Fine Jewelry, Sporting Arts, Asian Works, Fine & Decorative Works
Fri, Jul 11, 2014 06:30PM EDT - Sun, Jul 13, 2014 06:30PM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 355
Two Presentation Swords, Bible Box
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
19th century, one by the Ames Co., Kalamazoo, Michigan, etched curved blade inscribed "From Co B 15th Regt, NGP", and "F. C. Baker", guard with eagle and stars, [blade repolished and plated, guard appears to be regilt, blade corrosion], 31-1/4 in. blade, 37-1/4 in. overall with metal scabbard, [minor wear;] one marked "E. A. Armstrong Detroit, MI", blade with etched eagle, flags, shield, "U.S." and scrolls, folding counter guard with stand of arms, 29-1/2 in. blade, 36 in. overall, [blade refinished, corrosion to lower half of blade;] metal scabbard inscribed "Presented to Capt Frank C Baker by Members of Co B 15 Regt NGP July 21st 1890", [dents;] with bible box, age undetermined, 3-3/4 x 13-3/4 x 9-7/8 in., [good condition;] containing Baker family photos and ephemera . Provenance: Estate of Barbara M. Baker, Meadville, Pennsylvania
