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SCARCE CONFEDERATE FOOT CUTLASS ARTILLERY SWORD.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:750.00 USD Estimated At:1,500.00 - 2,000.00 USD
SCARCE CONFEDERATE FOOT CUTLASS ARTILLERY SWORD.
25" overall, 18.75" double edged blade, 2" wide. Unique to this pattern is crosshatched wood grip with bulbous top, brass ferrule & cap which tang is peened through. The cross guard is of unusual construction of copper sheathed iron. This complex manufacturer has always been a mystery to collectors and few examples are known. CONDITION: good overall, “as found” heavy iron pitted patina, hand worn wood patina, heavy scuffing, long crack. (02-19072/JS). $1,500-2,000.