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THOMAS GRISWOLD CAVALRY OFFICER SABER.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:2,000.00 USD Estimated At:4,000.00 - 6,000.00 USD
THOMAS GRISWOLD CAVALRY OFFICER SABER.

41” Overall, 35” blade w/ rare variant maker marking in 2 straight lines “THOMAS GRISWOLD & CO. / NEW ORLEANS”. This marking is absolutely original & is seen on few other examples. Typical configuration w/ clam shell decorated quillon & split cast pommel, brass scabbard. CONDITION: very good as restored. Blade is overall gray w/ old sharpening, light pitting. Hilt has mostly chocolate brown patina. Grip is rewrapped, restored protective leather washer. Original brass Griswald scabbard has restored brass drag w/ incorrect profile. Throat has been restored & discolored scabbard body where top straightened & throat added. (02-15803/JS). $4,000-6,000.