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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M1875 Palmer Brace Belt System Set157 - M1875 Palmer Brace Belt System Set
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Lot Includes complete M1875 Palmer Brace System belt with set of two cartridge pouches and complete with attached haversack and clothing bag. H...
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M1874 US Cavalry Bit, Link Strap and Bridle Set158 - M1874 US Cavalry Bit, Link Strap and Bridle Set
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Model 1874 US Cavalry bit, link strap, and bridle set. Brass US rosettes still present.  **Bit has patina but no bends or breaks, Leather S...
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Full Plate Albumen Print159 - Full Plate Albumen Print
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8& #34;X10& #34; Cowboys standing, weapons in the picture are Sharps Heavy Barrel Buffalo rifle, Percussion rifle, percussion shotgun, Spenc...
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Pair of Union Officer Spurs (Christmas Spurs)161 - Pair of Union Officer Spurs (Christmas Spurs)
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A pair of common Union Officer Spurs with typical decorative designs.  Light oxidation but in very good condition.  Small rowels with some...
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Indian Wars Era Officers Sword Belt162 - Indian Wars Era Officers Sword Belt
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Black bridle leather with sword hangers.  Brass Buckle with E Plurbus Unum Eagle with Silver Wreaths.  Sword Hangers are gilt. The le...
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Indian Wars 1890's Patterson Experimental Entrenching Tool163 - Indian Wars 1890's Patterson Experimental Entrenching Tool
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Handle length 16& #34;, blade length 8& #34; width 5& #34; , pick length 5& #34;. During the Indian Wars the US Army found that the ...
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Comanche Indian Spear165 - Comanche Indian Spear
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14& #34; spear point blade, 1& #34; wide blade at the ricasso. Wood handle with Mexican Coin as the end cap. **Blade is in good condition wi...
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Pack Saddle Attributed to Kwahadi Comanche Chief Quanah Parker (c.1845-1911)166 - Pack Saddle Attributed to Kwahadi Comanche Chief Quanah Parker (c.1845-1911)
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21& #34; Length X 11.5& #34; Height X 15& #34; Width. This Pack saddle was constructed crudely with a natural piece of wood cut dow...
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Pack Saddle Attributed Kwahadi Comanche Chief Quanah Parker (c.1845-1911)167 - Pack Saddle Attributed Kwahadi Comanche Chief Quanah Parker (c.1845-1911)
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19.75& #34; x 11.5& #34; x 10.75& #34;. Wood construction with rounded iron nails, flat-head screws, and leather straps. Possibly Mexica...
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