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THBFrench Napoleonic Imperial Cuirassier Sword and Scabbard
About Seller
300 20th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
United States
Witherell’s auction house is a family business rooted in a passion for fine art and antiques, based in Sacramento, a region known for its history and its important 20th century art scene. It all started when Brad Witherell was gifted a Civil War-era Henry rifle from his uncle as a teen, spurring his...Read more
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LiveJan 16, 2020
Mr. Ruger was a bright, accomplished businessman, benefactor and collector. He approached collecting like the Harvard educated engineer he was with precision and perfection. Unlike his car collection however, which received many prestigious awards, there are no such awards for collecting American Fu Witherell's hello@witherells.com
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- Lot Description
This is an extremely fine and massive 1813 dated French Cuirassier sword and scabbard, complete with original leather finger loop in the guard. The blade has been polished, so the inscription on the back of the blade is partially obscured, but October 1813 is still legible. This was probably done when the sword passed into Bourbon hands. The scabbard is also bright, so the sword may have continued in use for some time, as was common in French service. The number 200 is stamped on both sides at the ricasso. The number 84 is stamped on the underside of the guard. The brass ferrule is present at the base of the grip. The sword is extremely well balanced for its size. Dimensions: the blade is 37.5 inches long and the sword is 46 inches long overall. Processing and shipping within the continental U.S. $55.00 plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance.
Excellent overall, with the finger loop being dry. The leather grip is excellent, but it is missing the original wire wrap. The blade is bright and clean. The scabbard is bright, with light freckling of rust. Witherell's strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherell's. All lots are sold "AS IS" under terms and conditions.Condition
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