AUCTIONS IMPERIAL ARMS & ARMOR NOV 2024

A U.S. NAVAL OFFICERS M 1852 SWORD

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Start price: $75

Estimated price: $150 - $250

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The brass hilt of typical form with wire-wrapped sharkskin grip and sword knot, the straight, single-edged blade marked GEMSCO at the forte, with etched panels and a single fuller to either side. Inscribed USN and engraved with the owners name, JOHN G GRAF. Scabbard of black leather with brass mounts. Mid-20th century. John G. Graf 1927-MIA 1970-1978) was a decorated American Naval Officer. His full record is accessible at veteranrecords.org. Overall length 94.5cm / 37 1/8?. Condition III