4211 RARE EXTRA BRANCH CONFEDERATE STAFF OFFICER'S

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Category Firearms & Military
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Start Price 6,000.00 USD
Estimated at 12,000.00 - 20,000.00 USD
SWORD. Only a handful of this pattern are known, made in deep south, probably by Louis Bissonnet in Mobile, but often attributed to Leech & Rigdon. The original Confederate brass mounted iron scabbard has figured mounts found on other known Leech swords & sabers. Hilt exhibits a relief cast "CS" in oval frame on top of guard with an extra added branch found on a few inscribed swords with extra polish and finish like this example. The blade etch is heavily worn and presentation is not discernible. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of Heritage Auctions, results & description from Don Tharpe collection, lot 72247, Dec. 1, 2007. CONDITION: very good overall, hilt, grip, and scabbard are fine, good patina, polished wood grip retains most of its black dyed surface with tightly wrapped original twisted brass wire. 30" blade is cleaned, pitted, with discernable traces of whimsical etching characteristic to Louis Bissonnet. Similar swords are known presented to generals and other high rank officers. PROVENANCE: Lifelong collection of Richard A. Baumann. (02-23363/JS). NON-GUN. $12,000-20,000.