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CIVIL WAR US CAVALRY OFFICERS SABER

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Knives, Swords & Blades Start Price:1,250.00 USD Estimated At:2,500.00 - 4,500.00 USD
CIVIL WAR US CAVALRY OFFICERS SABER
CIVIL WAR US CAVALRY OFFICERS SABER. 34-1/2" dbl fullered blade. Blade is maker marked "W. CLAUBERG SOLIGEN". Blade is etched with various patriotic motifs, including spread-winged eagle on top of tall column, "US", flags, cannons, ribbon with "E. Pluribus Unum", and a circle of stars. Etching is done on a gold background. Sharkskin grip with twisted wire. Decorated hilt and pommel in style of US Model 1840 Cavalry Officer Saber. Scabbard is brass with brass mounts and has large floral and geometric engraved panels on drag and above and below carrying rings. CONDITON: Blade is gray overall with some black staining. Etching retains some frost and 25% of its orig gilt. Grip is worn at high places with about 5% loss. Cleaned brass scabbard and hilt exhibit matching patinas. Scabbard exhibits a few small dents and scratches. 4-56051 JS16 (2,500-4,500)