2153
Revolutionary War Sabre, Scabbard & Crossbelt
Estimate:
$2,000 - $3,000
Sold
$1,500
Live Auction
November 5th, 2021 Gallery Auction l Americana Historical Documents, Memorabilia, & Weapons
Category
Description
1775-1780: Broad, strongly curved, single-edge blade with wide fuller, 30 1/2 in. L.; iron hilt with stirrup-shaped knuckle bow, horn-wrapped wooden grip; 35 1/2 in. L. overall. With black leather scabbard and linen ribbon belt, fitted with an oval brass cross belt plate. Accompanied by a mahogany case.
Provenance
From the estate of a Maryland collector. Purchased from Guthman Americana, 1983, who stated the item was purchased near Allentown, PA.
