Lot 6517
A sabre M 1850 for officers of the US infantry by Clauberg
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
Slightly curved single-edged blade (stained, pitted at the tip), etched on both sides with “U.S.” and the US eagle with motto; the ricasso bears the “W. Clauberg Solingen” stamp featuring a knight figure and the brass-inlaid “PROVED” proof mark. Openwork iron basket hilt (darkened) featuring “U.S.” and the US eagle with motto; wooden grip (chip at the pommel) lacking shagreen covering, with simple nickel-silver wire wrapping. Iron scabbard (darkened, dented) with two movable carrying rings. Shows some minor damage and signs of use and age. Length 99 cm. Rare; possibly a Civil War-era weapon.Condition: III Questions about the lot?
