$554
Imported French Foot Officer's Sword and Scabbard, c. 1861-65, brass hilt with an eagle and flags, wire-wrapped shagreen grip, blade has light engraving of foliate designs (some dark spots) and stamped on the ricasso "1864/US," and a steel scabbard with brass fittings, blade lg. 30 3/4, overall lg. 36 3/4 in. Estimate $300-500 Hilt has some patina but in good condition. Blade has light engraving and some dark spotting, scabbard has a few small dents. Overall in good condition. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-04-27
