U369.  M1850 FOOT OFFICERS’ SWORD by F. HORSTER: This M1850 Foot Officers’ sword was made by F. Horster Soligen and is one of the best examples I have seen from this maker. The hilt is tight with 100% original shark-skin grip and double twisted wire.  The hilt and mounts all have a pleasing matching patina.  The original red felt blade washer is present on a 30 ¾ blade.  The blade is bright with much original frosting, a few dark spots, but nothing negative.  It has no nicks and never sharpened.  The etching is very nice with a crisp eagle and “US” and military motif. The scabbard is all original with complete stitching and no issues.  It has the expected crazing one would find on these scabbards.  It perfectly fit the sword.  Overall, this is an great sword and is equal to and better than most M1850 Foot Officers’ sword for sale.  $1595.00

U374.  PRESENTATION GRADE STAFF & FIELD SWORD:  Often I am asked if presentation grade swords were ever carried, well here is an example.  It shows wear from being carried, but not abused.  This is a silver hilt presentation grade sword.  It is an import, but has no maker or dealer marking, though it is marked “Iron Proof” on the spine of the blade.  The hilt has a great design with a fancy pommel cap with a US shield on it.  It has great untouched patina and is tight!  The red felt blade washer is present, but faded with age.  The blade is nick free and has very nice deep etching, but no original frosting.  It has nice gray patina in the low areas, which highlight the etching. There is not pitting or rust.  The metal scabbard retains all original mounts and screws and is dent free.  Overall, a great looking sword! $2195.00

U375.  HIGH-GRADE NON-REGULATION BRITISH PATTERN 1822 CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER:  This is a high-grade Non-regulation British pattern 1822 cavalry officer’s saber with a gold washed hilt, and gold etched blade.  Simply the best example of this saber!  On a scale of 1-10, this is a 9.75!  The blade is Clauberg maker marked and “Iron Proof” on the spine, and retains the original blade washer. The hilt is tight and the grip is 100% original shark-skin and triple wire. The scabbard is brown metal with brass mounts. $2900.00

U381.  UNMARKED (AMES) M1841 NAVAL CUTLASS:   The original contract for M1841 Naval Cutlasses was awarded to Ames and these swords were maker marked and US inspected.  However, Ames did product an unmarked/uninspected version of the cutlass for sale to state militia naval units, as well as those sold to the South before hostilities.  This cutlass is one of the rare unmarked versions totally void of the maker mark or inspection marks.  The blade has great patina and several blade-to-blade contact nicks.  The hilt has great patina and the numbers “36 over 8” and “151” are stamped in the guard as well as the letter “N.”  This cutlass may have seen Southern use being void of the usually marks.  $875.00

U394.  51st. ILLINOIS CHAPLAIN IDENTIFIED AMES MILITIA STAFF & FIELD SWORD:  This Ames Militia Staff & Field officers’ sword is identified to Chaplain Lewis Raymond, 51st Illinois infantry.  The sword is Ames marked on both the blade and scabbard.  The bone handle grip is 100% complete and is tight, and the double chain is original. The cross-guard is designed with a flying eagle on both sides with clam shells on the top ends, and is still has a good about of gold wash.  Due to the blade washer being gone, the cross-guard has a little movement.  The blade has great etching with much original frosting throughout the entire panel, with some dark spots near the tip.   The scabbard still has some of the original gold wash, but mostly has a great brown patina.  On the scabbard is etched L. Raymond, and the initials L.R. are etched on the pommel cap band above the grip.  Included with the sword is a CVD of Chaplain Lewis, his military muster sheets and military record and unit history. 

Raymond enlisted on 10/1/1861and was commissioned into Field & Staff 10/15/1861, and resigned 11/6/1864.  The 51st was involved in several major engagements; Siege of Corinth, Stone’s River, Chickamauga, and several engagements in Georgia.  He tended to the physical and spiritual need of his troops and is mentioned in several letters.  He was temporally put under arrest for meddling in the Mich 10th because he was encouraging troops to return home to recover.  He was eventually reassigned to another duty.  How often do you find a sword identified to a Chaplain from the Civil War?  This is a great historical piece.$3250.00 SALE PRICE $2700.00

U395.  SCHUYLER, HARTLEY & GRAHAM M1860 CAVALRY OFFICER SABER:  This is a Schuyler, Hartley & Graham copy of the Ames M1860 Cavalry Officer saber.  It is the design with the relief-cast spread eagle on the quillion with neck outstretched with arrows clutched in the talons.  The hilt is tight with no movement.  The grip is 100% original brown leather with triple wire.  The pommel cap and guard branches are decorated with laurel leaves. The original blade washer is present and has kept the 34 inch blade tight. There are no nicks on the blade, but there is evidence of some period sharpening and light surface dark spots and pitting near the end; however, it does not detract for the strong etching.  The blade is dealer marked Schuyler, Hartley & Graham New York.  The etching includes “Stand by the Union” with cross flags and an eagle on both sides; and “US” on the obverse side.  The scabbard is original to the sword and appears to have a German silver look to the steel.  It perfectly fits the saber, has wear on the drag, and is only missing the internal wood liner, which deteriorated with time, and can easily be replaced.  Due to Ames filing a lawsuit over copyright infringement, these sabers are very rare and difficult to find, especially in such nice condition. $3975.00 SALE PRICE $3300.00

U397. HORSTMANN NAVAL OFFICERS' SWORD:  This is a non-regulation Naval Officers sword produced by Horstmann.  It is so designated because it does not have the regulation Navy hilt, but a standard hilt for a M1850 Foot Officers' sword.  The hilt is in great shape with 100% white shark-skin grip and double twisted brass wire.  The blade is bright and blemish free with great Naval etching, and string Horstmann markings and the King Head stamp.  It also retains the original white buff blade washer.  No scabbard.  This is available at a discounted price.

U402.  M1860 AMES CAVALRY SABER- 10TH ILLINOIS FIELD PRESENTATION:  This Ames M1860 Cavalry saber has a field presentation hand etched on the blade.  It reads “Very Respectfully Presented to Soloman Carter Co, I 10th Illinois Cavalry” and on the reverse side “San Antonio Texas.”  The saber has untouched dark brown patina on the brass.  The brown leather grip is 100%, but shows some wear and a missing section of wire.  The wire is not loose.  The blade is bright with no major blemished, and is inspected; maker marked, and dated 1864.  Solomon Carter enlisted on 1/5/1864 as a Private and mustered into “I” Co. Illinois 10th Cavalry and mustered out on 11/22/1865 at San Antonio, TX.  He was promoted to Corporal.  $1350.00

The following is some of the unit history after Carter joined the regiment.

January 12, 1864, the Regiment received, by the hands of Lieutenant Robert J. Bellamy, company D, from Mrs. E. S. Turner, of the Soldier's Christian Association, Chicago, a beautiful silk National flag, which upon the disbandment of the Regiment was deposited with the Adjutant General of the State.

The Regiment having re-enlisted was sent home for furlough, arriving at CampButler February 28, 1864. Its members were welcomed home by Governor Yates in a speech delivered in Representative hall of the Capitol, and after enjoying a dinner given by their lady friends of Springfield, dispersed to their various homes. Upon the expiration of furlough the men of the Regiment reunited at Camp Butler. It left Camp Butler, March 17, 1864, for Nashville, Tenn. Remained at Nashville but a short time when it was moved to Little Rock, Ark. Arriving at Little Rock without arms or horses, during the absence of General Steele on his expedition to cooperate with General Banks' Red River expedition, the Regiment, in the emergency for the defense of the place, was armed with muskets supplied with a six-gun rifled battery. Owing to the small number of troops present, it was on duty almost without rest day or night, until General Steele's return.

The non-veterans of the Regiment accompanied the expedition under General Steele, and actively participated, in its various engagements. The Regiment was stationed at Huntsville, Ark., in July, at Austin, Ark., in September and at Brownsville, Ark., in November, where it remained until the following March.  

During the summer and fall of 1864 and winter of 1864-65 detachments wereabsent almost all the time on various expeditions. July 14, 1864, 225 men being surrounded and attacked at Bayou Des Arc, near Seacry, Ark., by about 1200 rebels, cut their way out with a loss of two killed and twenty prisoners, a number of the latter being wounded. Successful skirmishes were had by detachments at Cypress Bayou, Austin, Cotton Plant, Springfield, West Point and other places.

January 27, 1865, the veterans and recruits of the Regiment were consolidatedinto nine companies and those of the 15th Illinois Cavalry into three companies and all reorganized into the Tenth Illinois Veteran Volunteer Cavalry. The Regiment being ordered to New Orleans, La., left Brownsville, Ark., March 16, 1865, and taking boats at Duvall's Bluff, Ark., was at Greenville, La., April 1. Upon receipt of intelligence of the assassination of President Lincoln, April 15, the Regiment was ordered into the city of New Orleans and as a police force was given complete control. Its prompt and energetic action doubtless prevented a scene of confusion and bloodshed and made the city one of the most quiet in the Union on that eventful day, winning from the Commanding General a high compliment in general orders.

While at Greenville the rebel ram Webb passed New Orleans in its endeavor toget to sea; finding this impossible she was run ashore about ten miles below the city, where her crew, attempting escape in the swamps, was with one exception captured by a detachment from the Regiment in pursuit.

June 6, 1865, the Regiment was ordered by boat up Red River and on the 17th wasat Shreveport, La. It left Shreveport July 8, 1865, under command of Lieut. Col. Carmichael, as part of the Second Brigade, Colonel James Stuart, First Cavalry Division, Major General Merritt, and arrived at San Antonio, Tex., August 1 following. From San Antonio several lengthy expeditions were made into the surrounding country after Indians, but its stay there was one of general idleness.

November 22d, 1865, the Regiment was mustered out of the service and being sentNorth via Galveston and New Orleans, reached Camp Butler, January 1, 1866, where, the members receiving their final pay and discharge January 6, it was disbanded, thus ending the career of a Regiment, that not being placed in the theater of war where brilliant actions are shown. It at all times performed faithfully and well whatever duty was given it to do. It traveled as many miles, was without rations as many days, built as many miles of corduroy road, and cheerfully bore as many hardships as any regiment.

Regiment lost during service 1 Officer and 24 Enlisted men killed and mortally wounded and 3 Officers and 262 Enlisted men by disease. Total 290.

U403.  AMES M1840 CAVALARY SABER-1849-GAR PAINTED:  This is an Ames M1840 Cavalry saber dated 1849.  Additionally, the scabbard has GAR paint that makes to look like an Officers’ saber.   The saber is in untouched condition.  The hilt is tight with 100% original brown leather and double strand wire.  The patina is even and just the way you like to see it.  The pommel cap is double inspected “J.W.R’ and “W.D.” The blade also is inspection marked “W.D.” and Ames 1849, and is free of rust or pitting with an even gray patina, and original blade washer.  The Ames scabbard is dent free and has a great look. $1350.00

U404.  M1850 FOOT OFFICERS' SWORD, HIGH-GRADE:  This M1850 Foot Officers’ sword is a high-grade piece with a slightly fancier guard and pommel cap.  The hilt is tight and the original black leather grip and double strand wire are 100%.  The blade is void of a maker or retailer, but has the name “Starr Taintor” etched in the center panel. In the Civil War data base, I found a Henry S. Taintor.  Further research is needs to determine if his middle name is Starr.  If it is him, his early discharge in 1863 due to wounds would account for the fine condition of the sword.  The blade is very frosty with some surface pitting near the tip.  The scabbard mount all have fancy chase work, retain the screws and are tightly secured to the leather.  The leather is a little weak above the drag.  Overall, an excellent sword!$2875.00 SALE PRICE $2700.00

U405.  M1875 CAVALRY OFFICERS’ SABER-SPRINGFIELD ARMORY- PRESENTATION:  This is a M1875 Cavalry Officers’ saber made by Springfield Armory.  It is in near-mint condition with 100% original grip, wire, blade washer and generous of original gold wash on the hilt.  The blade is in frosty-mint condition.  The scabbard is dent free and has a presentation between the ring mounts which reads: Presented to Captn. F. Mc Naney by GUARDS OF COURT Jersey City, No. # 3 F.of A.  This sword is associated with the fraternal organization know as “Foresters of America” Foresters as a group appear to have been somewhat more affluent than most fraternal benefit societies.  If you are looking for a high quality example of  M1872 Cavalry Saber, this is it.

U407.  USMC M1850 STAFF NCO SWORD, POST CIVIL WAR:  Several collectors have been asking me to find them a nice M1850 Marine Corps sword, but most I have seen were over priced and had condition issues.  Well, I found one with a screaming mint blade and very few condition issues.  This is a post Civil War Marine Corp M1850 Staff NCO sword, which dated to the around the 1870’s.  The blade appears to have the correct marks for the Civil War, but the scabbard is from a later period.  This can be narrowed to that time because the scabbard is leather covered metal.  The guard and the scabbard have the matching serial number No. 158.  The guard and pommel cap are tight.  The grip and wire are original with 98% of the bright black leather remaining. The original blade washer has kept the 29 1/2” blade tight.  The blade is in mint condition with 100% original frosting, and W.H. Horstmann marked. Simply the best!  The scabbard is the SNCO design with the frog carry stud.  It is leather covered steel.  Historically, these scabbards did not hold up well and the leather often is falling off or missing.  This one retains 100% of the leather and the front is perfect, but the seam on the reverse shows some separation.  However, it is nearly intact and the best I have seen.  I am offering this at a price several hundred below what other dealers would ask for this sword.  $2600.00

U408. AMES M1852 NAVAL OFFICERS’ SWORD:  This is an Ames M1852 Naval Officers’ sword complete with its original scabbard. This sword in not mint, but retains a good amount of original gold wash.  The hilt has 99% of the gilt and is tight.  It has 100% original white shark-skin grip and double twisted wire. There is no blade washer; however, the 28 3/4” blade is tight.  The blade retains much original frosting and is nicely etched with a very strong USN, and shows period sharpening.  Also, it is Ames maker marked.  The scabbard is original to the sword and is strong and complete!  The top two mounts still have a mice amount of gold wash, but the drag does not; most likely a result of being exposed in storage.  However, it is the original drag and not a replacement, and has nice patina.  $1895.00

U409.  AMES MILITIA OFFICERS’ SWORD, 1840-1847:  This is an Ames Militia Officers' sword, c. 1840-1847. The blade is marked N.P. Ames / Cutler / Springfield.  It has a highly gilt helmet-head pommel, and cross guard with a mother-of-pearl plague grips. The obverse side has two stress fractures, but no breaks.  The reverse side is flawless.  The blade bright has no pitting or nicks.  The scabbard is complete with all mounts, no major dents, and retains 98% original gilt.  Simply a beautiful sword, which will displays exceptionally well in any collection!  $1995.00

U410.  USMC - UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS M1840 NCO SWORD: This is a Marine Corps M1840 NCO sword, which is in outstanding condition!  It is similar to the standard M1840 NCO sword, except that the blade & scabbard are shorter, the turned-down clam shell, and the blade is etched U.S.M.C.  Horstmann supplied these to the Marine Corps.  The Marine Corps authorized this style sword during the Civil War, but many believe the etched blade were post war. This sword is in outstanding condition. All the brass has matching patina. The hilt is tight with the normal wiggle in the grip. The red blade washer is present and had kept the 26” blade tight.  The blade is Horstmann marked and strongly etched U.S.M.C. and had not rust or pitting, and a very nice tip.  The scabbard is one of the best I have seen with all the mounts and screws, and no breaks, cracks or weak spots.  It is simply one of the better examples of this scarce sword.  I have sold other examples for over $2000.00; however, this one is available at a discounted price.  $1850.00

U411.  AMES M1860 NAVAL CUTLASS,SCABBARD & FROG:  This is an Ames M1860 Naval Cutlass complete with the original scabbard and frog.  The hilt is tight with 100% original leather and no wire, which is common. It’s rack number is 12M 655 The blade Ames marked and dates 1862, but no inspection marks making this most likely a state purchased cutlass.  The leather blade washer is original, and the shows some surface pitting.  The scabbard is original and completely intact with all the rivets including the tip. It has a few soft spots, but no breaks.  The frog is very unique.  Both have taken on a brown patina to the leather. It is not often that you find a cutlass complete with the scabbard and frog.

U412.  M1850 FOOT OFFICERS’ SWORD, SILVER GRIP:  This is a presentation grade M1850 Foot Officers’ sword with a German silver grip made by Clauberg.  This hilt is tight with nice even patina.  The original leather blade washer has kept the 32” blade tight.  The blade is maker marked with “IRON PROOF” on the spine with no original frosting, but the etching is deep and crisp. On one side is an eagle and “US” and on the other the inscription “For the Union” with other military motifs. There is some pitting near the last six inches of the blade.  The scabbard is complete with no breaks or cracks, and I believe the top two mounts are original to the sword, but not the drag.   The top mount has a star with “US” in the center.  I believe the previous owner cleaned the mounts.  Here is an opportunity to own a higher grade, silver grip sword at a fraction of normal cost. $1750.00 SALE PRICE $1600.00

U413.  AMES M1840 HEAVY CAVALRY (DRAGOON) SABER, 1851: This is an Ames 1851 dated M1840 Heavy Cavalry saber. 2550 of these sabers were made that year.  The hilt on this saber is tight with 100% original leather and wire.  The hilt has never been cleaned and has original untouched patina.  The 34 1/2” blade is dated (1852) and Ames marked, and inspected.  It shows evidence of period sharpening with no nick.  The scabbard is original to the sword and shows some surface pitting, which is normal.  I have priced this for a quick holiday sale. $1100.00

U414.  HIGH-GRADE M1850 FOOT OFFICERS’ SWORD:  This in a high-grade M1850 Foot Officers’ sword with a shark-skin scabbard with fancy mounts.  The sword blade is maker marked W. Clauberg Soligen and retainer marked Tomes & Sons Melvain New York with IRON PROOF on the spine.  The hilt is the standard M1850 Foot Officers’ sword design with 100% original shark-skin grip and wire. The 32” blade is etched with a fancy eagle and US, and still has much original frosting.  There is no rust or pitting on this bright blade.  The scabbard is extremely beautiful!  It is made of shark-skin covered wood with ornate mounts.  The top mount has the American eagle, the center count has a silver bust of George Washington, and the drag has a military motif. Also, the rings are a fancier.  All three mounts retain much original gold wash and have their screws.  There is a little movement in the guard since the blade washer is gone.  Over all a  beautiful investment grade sword. $6250.00 SALE PRICE $5900.00

U415.  PRESENTATION GRADE M1850 STAFF & FIELD OFFICERS’ SWORD:  This is a high-grade presentation sword with the ruby-eye eagle head quillion and a german silver grip.  The hilt retains better than 90% original gold wash, and has great untouched patina.  The silver grip has the original triple-strand wire.  An original sword knot is on the guard.  The blade washer has kept the sword tight.  The 32 2/16” blade has its entire original luster and frosting with only one dark spot area.  The etching covers 24” on both sides of the blade with “us” and an eagle on the respective sides of the blade.  The hilt is a clauberg product, but the sword was put together by emerson & silver of new jersey as is evident by their keystone mark on the blade. The sword was retailed by canfield & brother & co. Baltimore md.  The scabbard is dent free and has an even brown patina on the steel, and the mounts are presentation quality with detail chase work. The top mounts has the following presentation “presented to Capt.  I. W. Jones by Co. B. I. G. 53 rd. Regt M.V.I. Aug 7 th. 1863.” To receive a presentation sword from three companies is unique. 

The 53rd regiment, Massachusetts infantry (militia) was organized at Groton junction October 17 to November 6, 1862. Moved to New York November 18, and duty there till January 17, 1863. Embarked on steamer "continental" for New Orleans, La., January 17, arriving there January 30. Attached to 3rd brigade, 3rd division, 19th army corps, dept. Of the gulf, to August, 1863.

Service.-duty at Carrollton, La., January 30 to march 6, 1863. Moved to Baton Rouge March 6-7. Operations against Port Hudson march 7-27. Moved to Brashear and Berwick city April 1-9. Operations in western Louisiana April 9-may 14. Teche campaign April 11-20. Fort Island near Centreville April 12-13. Expedition from Opelousas to Alexandria and import may 5-18. Moved to Bayou Sara may 22, thence to Port Hudson. Siege of Port Hudson may 24-july 9. Assaults on Port Hudson may 27 and June 14. Expedition to Clinton June 3-8. Surrender of port Hudson July 9. Moved to Baton Rouge July 11-12, and to Donaldsonville July 15. Duty there and at Baton Rouge till august 12. Moved to Cairo, ill., august 12-19, thence to Fitchburg, mass., august 19-24. Mustered out September 2, 1863. Losses, 5 officers and 28 enlisted men killed and mortally wounded and 144 enlisted men by disease. Total 177.  I have found a Samuel W. Jones listed under Mass. Officers in U.S.A. and U.S.V. Additional research pending. $6775.00 SALE PRICE $6200.00

U416.  AMES M1850 FOOT OFFICERS’ SWORD – PRESENTATION 10TH REGIMENT, NEW YORK STATE MILITIA NEW YORK NATIONAL GUARD:  This is an Ames M1850 Foot Officers’ sword with a presentation to a “Captain D.S. Benton, Co. A 10 th. Reg. N.G.S.N.Y. by Member of the Albany Zouave Cadets Oct. 15 th 1864.”  The swords hilt is tight with 100% original shark-skin and double-strand wire, and the face of the guard retains much original gold wash.  The blade washer is gone, but the blade is tight.  The 30 1/2” blade is bright with much original frosting, and is maker marked and the “US” is the script form, which make it a Civil War period made sword. The scabbard is strong with original complete mounts, thought it looks like the mounts had been cleaned at one time. 

The 10th Regiment, New York State Militia –New York Nation Guard - located at Albany was organized in 1860. Company A wasorganized as an independent company about June 7, 1860, and known as the "Albany Zouave Cadets" it joined the National Guard, 10th Regiment, December 29, 1860; during the War of the Rebellion the company furnished for the armies of the United States about seventy-five commissioned officers. On the Units Color.— McGilPs Ferry, La., January 6, 1863; Ponchatoula, La., March 24, 1863; McGill's Ferry, La., March 24, 1863; Civique's Ferry, La., March 25, 1863; Amite River, La., May 10 and 11, 1863; Port Hudson, La., May 23 to July 8, 1863.

Research still pending on Captain D.S. Benton. $5800.00 SALE PRICE $5200.00

U418.  SAUERBIER CIVIL WAR CAVALRY OFFICERS’ TYPE 3, 2nd. VARIATION SABER: One will have to search long and hard for a similar example of this fine Saber. This is a Saurbier Type 3, 2nd variation Cavalry Officers' Saber, and it is excellent overall. It has a deeply etched near mint blade, silver-plated pewter grips and Mother-of-Pearl inlays of George Washington on the pommel cap and a Shield of Liberty on top of the pommel.  Investment grade and a complete screamer. $13,095.00 SALE PRICE $11,500.00

U419.  M1850 STAFF & FIELD PRESENTATION SWORD:  This is a high-grade M1850 Staff & Field sword by Horstmann.  The grip and scabbard are made of German silver and are very ornate.  The guard retains much original gold wash. The blade is Horstmann marked and is bright with original frosting.  The scabbard has chase work from the top to the bottom, with ornate mounts, and raised oak leave and egg corns on the drag.  The presentation reads “Presented to Captain M. Dunker by the First Troops N.Y. German Hussars, as a mark of Esteem and Respect New York June 1852.   The sword is on original condition with a mellow patina. Truly a rare sword! $21,000

U421.  CLAUBERG SPIRAL SILVER GRIP PRESENTATION GRADE CAVALRY OFFICERS’ SABER – NJ 3rd. CAVALRY (1st. U.S. HUSSARS):  This is a presentation grade Clauberg Cavalry Officers’ saber. The embellished hilt is tight and the German silver grip retains the original double strand wire, and the blade washer is original.  The blade is etched the entire length of the fuller, and is bright due to being cleaned. The German silver scabbard is complete with all original mounts and shows evidence of being carried. There is wearing on the top ring, dents in the scabbard, and a stress crack in the unique drag. 

The N.J. 3rd. Cavalry (1 st. U.S. Hussars) were known asthe New Jersey Butterfly Boys because of their ornamental, and this sword is representative of the unit.  The presentation reads “Presented to 1st. Lt. H. A. Van Fess Co. F. 1 st. Hussars Jany 27th 1864”  The name was mis-spelled, which is not uncommon, and the sword was presented to Lt. Henry A. Van Ness. 

Van Ness originally enlisted as a Sergeant on8/13/1861 into “F” co. NJ 8th Infantry, and was discharged for disability on 8/13/1862 at Washington, DC (Discharged at Trinity Hospital).  He would later received a commission on 1/12/1864 into “F” Co. N.J. 3 rd Cavalry, and the Civil War Data base says he was mustered out on 8/1/1865.  However, on page 83 of the book “New Jersey Butterfly Boys in the Civil War: The Hussars of the Union Army” by Peter T. Lubrecht” it says “Lieutenant Henry Van Ness, Company F. He was killed in action on June 3, 1864.  If this is accurate, then Van Ness was involved in the following engagements: Campaign from the Rapidan to the James May 3-June 12, 1864. Wilderness May 5-7. Near Germania Ford May 5. Picket on the Rapidan May 6. Guard pontoons May 7. Expedition to Fredericksburg May 8-9. Spottsylvania May 9-12. Spottsylvania Court House May 12-21. United States Ford May 19. North Anna River May 23-26. On line of the Pamunkey May 26-28. Totopotomoy May 28-31. Mechump's Creek May 31. Ashland Station June 1. Cold Harbor June 1-12. Totopotomoy, Gaines' Mill, Salem Church and Hawes' Shop June 2. Hawes' Shop June 3.  $4800.00

U420.  STEEL HILT M1840 TIFFANY SABER:  This is a steel hilt M1840 saber by Tiffany of New York.  The hilt is tight with original leather and twisted double strand wire. The blade is Tiffany marked. There is not blade washer, but the blade is tight, and show indication of period sharpening. There is no rust at all, but there is the normal stippling one would find on the hilt and scabbard.  I suspect the scabbard was cleaned at one time accounting for its bright appearance.  Overall, this is a decent example of a hilt desirable saber.  $1275.00

U422.  HORSTMANN M1850 STAFF & FIELD WITH DOUBLE SIDED AND DATED SCABBARD PRESENTATION, DATED 1852:  Several years ago I sold this sword for $4500.00.  Since then the mounts were cleaned and I am offering it at a substantial discount.  I never did any research on the officer to whom it was presented, but the prospects are quite promising. This sword shows much original gold gilt to its brass hilt. The German silver scabbard has a nice presentation information on both sides. The blade is fine and deeply etched. The guard is a bit more ornate than the usual imported product and the overall quality exceeds those of later production during the Civil War.  It is an extremely fancy looking edged weapon.  $3750.00

U423.  USMC M1850 OFFICERS’ SWORD, POST - CIVIL WAR:  This is a United State Marine Corps M1850 Officers’ sword – post Civil War.  The Marine Corps authorized Marine Officers to carry this sword between the years 1859 – 1875.  The earlier one I have found have the Horstmann mark in a rectangle shaped box and the Kings head stamped in the blade.  I believe these with the square box Horstmann mark and void of the Kings heads stamp are post Civil War, which is what this one its.  The hilt is tight with all original leather and double-strand wire.  The brass has a nice even mellow patina.  The original blade washer keeps the 32 3/4” blade tight.  The blade has an even gray patina, and has the standard etching for a Horstmann officer blade, but this has USMC in the center panel. There is a little pitting near the tip, though it is not bad.  The scabbard is original to the sword and has all the brass fittings. The length of the scabbard has not shrunk, but there is some shrinkage in the width causing some space near each mounts.  All the mounts are firmly in place, and with the exception of the top mount, the middle mount and drag retain much original gold wash.  This is a rare sword to find. $2750.00

U425.  AMES M1850 MOUNTED INFANTRY OFFICERS’ SWORD:  This is an original Ames M1850 Mounted Infantry Officers’ sword.  The hilt is tight with 100% original shark-skin grip and double strand wire, and an even untouched patina.  The guard is the correct one-piece version.  The 30 1/2” blade is bright with much original frosting and a few areas of darks spots, and the tip is sharp as the day it was made. No rust or pitting.  The steel den-free scabbard has much original finish and a dark patina.  All mounts are original and the throat piece is Ames marked.  Here is an opportunity to add a rare sword to your collection!  $1875.00

U426.  M1850 STAFF & FIELD OFFICERS’ SWORD with HIGH-GRADE CLAUBERG HILT AND A COLLINS BLADE:  This is a M1850 Staff & Field with a high-grade hilt and scabbard with a Collins blade.  The hilt is composed of intertwined oak leaf branches with the “US” also chased in high relief as part of the oak branch decoration. The quillion is an eagle’s head with a large beak.  The hilt is tight with no movement and the grip is 100% original shark-skin and double strand wire. The 32 inch blade is Collins make and dated 1862.  The scabbard is all original with no breaks, but has some crazing.  All the mounts have chase work on both side, and have a patina that matched well with the hilt. Simply a beautiful sword! $2375.00

U428.   M1850 STAFF & FIELD SWORD, EMERSON & SILVER:  This is a M1850 Staff & Field Sword made by Emerson & Silver; Trenton New Jersey.  It is  rare to locate this standard design by this maker!  The hilt is the standard design with the “US” in the guard, and has a pleasing patina with some traces of original gold wash.  It is tight with no movement.  The grip is 100% original shark-skin with triple wire.  The original white buff blade washer has kept the 32” blade tight.  The blade has no nicks or pitting and has a light gray patina.  It is original and never cleaned or polished.  The etching is light and includes a small “US” and “American Eagle” on the right side, and a larger “US” on the left. Both “US” are vertically etched on the blade. The scabbard is dent free with all original mounts, and has a nice patina.  Simply an outstanding sword!

U429.   M1833 AMES DRAGOON SABRE DATED 1837: This is an Ames M1833 enlisted Dragoon saber, dated 1837.  It is a great example of this early saber!  The brass hilt has great patina and is tight with  "WS" on the quillon and inspection marks "H.K.C. / ORD" on the inside of the hilt.  The original grip is in great shape with a few small spots worn through to the wood. The dragoon wire is original.  The large white buff blade washer is original.  The bright blade is excellent and is etched "NP Ames / Cutler / Springfield / 1837" “TW” and "United States" on the obverse.  All the etching is deep and crisp, and some of the best I have seen.   The scabbard is also in great condition with no dents. The drag is "WS" inspected and "H.K.C. / ORD" on the obverse.  This is an excellent Dragoon saber.  There are currently three other examples for sale on web-sites at these prices: $3295, $3495, and $3695.   This one is available for much less.  $2975.00

U430.   AMES M1840 HEAVY CAVALRY SABER, 1845:  This is an Ames M1850 heavy cavalry saber, dated 1845, which was the first year of production and only 600 were delivered.  The hilt is in outstanding condition and retains much of the original finish, and all original leather and wire.  The pommel cap also has the same appearance, and is double inspection marked “NWP” & “WAT”.  The original white buff blade washer keeps the 35 7/8” blade tight. The blade is all original and has never been cleaned, polished or sharpen, but has a few tiny nicks showing that it was carried and used.  It is marked “US” “JH” and “N.P. Ames CABOTVILLE" "1845” and you can still see original cross hatch marks just above these markings.  The original Ames scabbard perfectly fit the saber, and is inspect marked “RC” on the drag.  Currently one is posted on another web-site priced for $4395.00.  The one available here is equally as nice, but priced at a great deal!  $3100.00

U431.   M1860 CAVALRY SABER; PROVIDENCE TOOL COMPANY:  This is a M1860 Cavalry saber produced by the Providence Tool Company of Rhode Island.  The hilt is tight and has a nice aged patina.  The pommel cap is inspection marked, the original leather is 100% complete, and the double strand wire is tight.  The ricasso is marked “Prov Tool Co” and “U.S. R.P.B. 1862” and is very deep.  The 35” blade is nick free and has no pitting or rust.  The leather blade washer is original.  The scabbard is dent free and has a nice brown patina, and is inspection marked “D.R.” on the drag.  This is a nice example of an early M1860 cavalry saber!  $1375.00

U432.   M1840 LIGHT ARTILLERY SABER TYPE-1, AMES-1846:  This is a Type-1 Ames M1840 light artillery saber dated 1846.  There were 500 delivered with this date.  The hilt has nice patina!  The pommel cap is double inspection marked, the grip is 100% original leather and wire, and the blade is marked “US N.W.P” & “N P AMES Cobotville 1846.”  The blade has no rust, pitting or nicks.  The scabbard has a dark brown patina with some small dents at the bottom six inches as well is light surface pitting on the drag.  The drag is inspection marked “W.A.T.”  $1475.00    

U433.   M1840 LIGHT ARTILLERY SABER TYPE-2, AMES-1865:  This is a Type-2 Ames M1840 light artillery saber dated 1865.  There were 2000 delivered with this date April 29, 1865.  This saber is in great condition!  It is all original and has great patina!  The guard is inspection marked “J.F” and the blade is Ames marked and inspection marked “U.S. A.D.K. 1865.” The blade is bright and free of any blemish.  The scabbard has a nice brown patina with the same inspection mark on the guard “J.F.”  $975.00

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