Historical Arms, Armor & Militaria Auction 2023

Auction Details

Lewis & Grant Auctions is pleased to offer for it's May 5th Premier Auction a grouping of highly desirable and extremely rare items for the most discerning collectors of any genre or area of interest.

Opening the auction is a collection of Medieval and Renaissance arms and armor, this selection features exceedingly rare, fine condition swords, rapiers, hammers, daggers, and armor, including a Venetian Broadsword "Spada De Fante" Circa 1490 (Lot 8), a fine Classic Italian Cup Hilt Rapier, and aA Fine Early 17th Century German Chiseled Pierced Swept Hilt Rapier Circa 1610. Also crossing the block will be a selection of fine German and European Swords (Lots 8-17) and sets of Continental Armor and Helmets (Lots 1-7).

To finish the day, a collection of American arms, both military and civilian. Of particular note are several engraved Colt Revolvers by Howard Dove (Lots 221, 222), the later of which is easily one of the finest custom-engraved Colts in existence. Also for offer in this auction are rare A Very Good Indian Matchlock Rifle With Enam Silver Mounts (lot 247), several Early Colt 1911 Pistols (Lots 238-241), a Rare Japanese Type B "Baby" Nambu Pistol with Holster, and a Coffin Head Bowie Knife.

Lewis & Grant Auctions is pleased to present this one of a kind collection for our May 5th Arms & Armor Auction. Please contact us for any inquiries.

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**Shiloh Sharps Long Range Rifle Made In New York127 - **Shiloh Sharps Long Range Rifle Made In New York
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.50-140 caliber, 36& #34; octagonal barrel, S/N 1616, double set triggers, Marked on top of the barrel the name R. Hoch. Marked on the left side...
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Rare U.S. Model 1868 Springfield Trapdoor Carbine128 - Rare U.S. Model 1868 Springfield Trapdoor Carbine
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.50-70 caliber, 22.25& #34; barrel, S/N 769. Blued finish with case hardened lockplate and oiled walnut stock. Blade front sight with ladde...
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Model 1871 Trial Ward Burton Carbine129 - Model 1871 Trial Ward Burton Carbine
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.50-70 caliber, 22& #34; barrel, NS. Marked on the left side of the frame U.S. Springfield 1871 in two lines. Ward Burton patent markings on the...
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U.S. Model 1868 Springfield Altered Sharps Carbine130 - U.S. Model 1868 Springfield Altered Sharps Carbine
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50-70 caliber, 22& #34; barrel with three land and groove rifling, S/N 64958. Walnut stock and forearm.  The barrel still retains a lot of ...
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Model 1870 Springfield Trapdoor Rifle131 - Model 1870 Springfield Trapdoor Rifle
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.50-70 caliber, 32.5 barrel length, NSN. Marked US 1870 on top of breech block, round barrel, blade front sight with model 1870 rifle rear sight, US S
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Pattern 1872 Officer's Kepi With Embroaidered 7th Cav Crossed Sabers132 - Pattern 1872 Officer's Kepi With Embroaidered 7th Cav Crossed Sabers
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Leather visor, leather sweat band, in the top of the hat Bent & amp; Brush the uniform maker& #39;s name.  Three black cloth lines, in ...
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Pattern 1872 5th Infantry Officer's Kepi133 - Pattern 1872 5th Infantry Officer's Kepi
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Blue wool body, embroidered lines indicating Officer& #39;s.  Gold embroidered crossed rifles with & #34;5& #34; centered.  Bl...
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Seventh Cavalry Forage Kepi Pattern 1883 Attributed to Major Marcus Reno134 - Seventh Cavalry Forage Kepi Pattern 1883 Attributed to Major Marcus Reno
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Dark blue body, leather visor Embroidered crossed sabers with a fancy & #34;7& #34;.  Officers gold cord. Brass side buttons with &...
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Pattern 1872 Infantry Officer's Dress Hat135 - Pattern 1872 Infantry Officer's Dress Hat
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Blue wool body, outlined in gold, leather visor.  Leather sweat band, marked on the inside of the crown Horstman Bros & amp; Co Philad...
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Pattern 1872 Officers Kepi 23d Infantry136 - Pattern 1872 Officers Kepi 23d Infantry
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Blue wool body with black lines embroidered with single black lines and gold embossed 23 Crossed Rifles. Gold chin strap.  Leather sweat b...
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