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THBU.S.1840 Medical service Sword
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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About Auction
LiveJan 31, 2019
Witherell's annual "Weapons and War" live auction will take place January 31st and features a variety of weapons and other historical material, including some exceptional lots dating from WWI and WWII. Witherell's hello@witherells.com
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- Lot Description
A near mint Civil War era U.S. Medical Officer's sword with the exceptional blade, oral in cross section, deeply etched blade in brilliant condition. Scabbard is all brass and both suspension hooks are still attached to upper ring. Blade has boldly etched "E. Pluribus Unum" eagle and U.S., but not medical staff. The hilt has the silver letters "M.S." on the crossguard. The reverse has a french proof mark. There are no maker or retailer marks visible on the blade. Dimensions: 34.25 inches long and blade 30 inches long. Processing and shipping with in the continental U.S. $55.00 plus replacement cost insurance.
Excellent, nearly mint condition, with traces of old polish on hilt, but excellent uniform patina. 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 the Terms & ConditionsCondition
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