Artillery, Infantry, and Foot Riflemen, except the field officers - the sword of the pattern adopted by the War Department, April 9, 1850. Fake Confederate Saber. Also they were carried on the frontier in the 1840's and 1850's. This example is made by Ames and Dated 1848. Fake Ames Artillery Sword. We have approx 55,000 images of over 6,500 swords. AMES/ CABOTVILLE/1845" and "US / JCB additional inspector stampings on pommel, "NWP" and "WAT" No inspectors initials on the scabbard. The sword you see here is stamped U.S. ADK, 1862 . Rare. Over 700 recognizable models/patterns and a gallery consisting of over . 426, is basically a British Dragoon sabre belonging to the time when the lodge was warrented in 1793 at Stratford-on-Avon. Slight shelf rubbing to dj, tiny wrinkle lines at head and tail of the spine, no chips, not price-clipped. Henderson ames. VG. Passau Swordsmiths. Circa 1830's or so. 1st Edition. MARKED AMES CHICOPPEE, MASS. Made by Ames 1856-57 - 1000 1858 - 1800 1859 - 5000 Total. Reproduction sword with Confederate States markings on the brass guard. This is a really nice example of the U.S. artillery short sword and belt. $750.00. 3 PIECE MASONIC LOT SWORDS, CABINET PHOTO: 3 PIECE MASONIC LOT SWORDS, CABINET PHOTO . Just a few examples of appraisal values for. Ordnance Department to produce 2,000 Model 1832 Foot Artillery swords with scabbards. Ames Sword Company, 1829-1935 by Hamilton, John D. and a great selection of related books, art and . Marks: ricasso AMES MFG CO / CHICOPEE, and US / (inspector) / 1855. Made: 1850's - 1860 / Chicopee Mass Maker: Ames Mfg Co Model: M 1840 Artillery Officer Saber Condition: Good $495.00 004467 M1840 Ames NCO Sword w/ Full Ames Markings, US Inspectors Marks and Civil War Dated 1862 M1840 Ames NCO Sword in fine Condition. Add to wishlist. Chicopee, Mass. Ames Mfg. PHONE NUMBER - 440-744-9088. This sword is etched with a US that is in between the two styles. Add to cart. I have no idea what it is by the markings on it I believe it old. A military sword, identified as the Inner Guard's sword of Shakespeare Lodge No. REVERSE SIDE US OVER 1864 WITH G.K.C. 8.5 5 6 Pre-1841 Navy Non-Regulation Variant M1840 Cavalry Saber A total of 541 swords are illustrated with original prices and descriptions. 1) Ames Sword TWO DECORATIVE LODGE SWORDS. . Tough to beat this price as seen listed here. Model 1850 Foot Officer's sword manufactured by HORSTMANN & SONS PHILADELPHIA. Slight shelf rubbing to dj, tiny wrinkle lines at head . in an oblong circle of stars. Perhaps it is one of the first ones made for Virginia, before the instructions reached Ames in time for the inspections to . After 1814, English law repealed the . Add to wishlist. . Inspector stamped and dated. The brass grip is standard with cast fish scales and an eagle on . . Here we present an antique Civil War U.S. Model 1840 Non-Commissioned Officer Sword, manufactured by the Ames Manufacturing Company in Chicopee, Massachusetts in 1864. 1850 - 1871 - Frank Henderson 1871 - 1873 - Henderson and Giddings 1873 - 1893 - Frank Henderson The inspection date markings are wrong! However, at least one (Jim Dear collection) is known with the date only. Adopted by the army in 1832, this gladius-pattern short sword was a big seller for Ames to the U.S. and state governments, militia groups, and even some fraternal organizations. American Swords M1833 Dragoon Saber 3.5 10 8.5 4 10 Beautiful Silver horn gripped Cavalry Officer's Sabre 10 8 M1841 Naval Cutlass Early Silver American Small Sword 5.5 6 8.5 M1840 Musicians Sword Silver Hilted Eagle Head Sword - Three hallmarks (Sterling Silver, London, 1778). Ames produced more swords for the American military than any other company before or since, totaling over 200,000 swords in service by the end of the Civil War. 1850 Model Foot Officer Sword & Leather . This is especially true of the Ames Mfg Co marks found on the reverse ricasso of the M1860 naval cutlass. The font is incorrect and not properly stamped into the blade. Some Chips To Blade, Missing Scabbard. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers . Identifying them can be tricky, though, since there are many swords in circulation. This is a "World-Class" artifact that should not be overlooked by any serious collector that demands both premier quality of construction and presentation as well as wonderful history. 36.5 inch OAL. For example if your sword carries the markings of Henderson Ames, then it was manufactured sometime between 1893 and 1929. It also has a "knight's-head" on the pommel; three-point cross-guard finials; a cross is . One side of the blade is etched 'U.S. Medical Staff'. The Ames marks are not period and right justified. Additional inspector marks on the handle, Standard features include: brass handle with eagle cast on the pommel, cast fish scales for Grip, blade has two fullers stopped with the ricasso on the upper blade, and single . This particular sword is one of the finest offered by us, or any other dealer in quite some time. Blade remains excellent overall with 3 or 4 VERY fine nicks, complete with leather washer. Very fine example of this iconic American Sword. A.D. King Colt 3Rd Model Dragoon, Colt M1851 Colt M1861 and Starr Revolvers, Ames M1840 Heavy Dragoon Saber 1850-1865. Full Ames markings, US inspectors marks and dated 1862. Resembling a Roman gladiator sword, this U.S. Ames Model 1832 short sword has a 19 inch long blade with a ricasso marked "US/ADK" over the date "1855" and the obverse marked "AMES MFG CO/CHICOPEE." The blade has two fullers with the ricasso on and single fuller towards the tip. This is a no problem sword with little or no pitting that is Grey with strong markings. Swords & Sabers Cavalry Sabre, 1860.Our best quality - Ames markings. Initially intended also for NCOs and musicians . Add to Cart . Manufactured: Springfield, . The 1860 was the longest issued cavalry sword used in the US. This is a wonderful example of the principal cavalry saber used in the U.S. Civil War of 1860-1865. A.W. Civil War Swords and Sabers. The marks allowed the owner to "claim" the victim as a personal victory. Co. - U.S. - 1862". Ames Sword Marks. Marks of Individual Chief Sword Cutlers. Pre-Mexican War Dated "1845" Gladius. This is my best marked piece. Please call for current prices . Ames delivered 3810 swords that year. Combat Fighting Knife NO SHEATH No ID Marks. Steel scabbard with rings, black leather grip with twisted brass wire wrap. This is a fine condition presentation grade staff and field officers sword made by Horstmann Brothers of Philadelphia. Three varieties of the skull and cross- bones hilt were illustrated in the Ames Sword Co. M1840 Ames NCO Sword w/ Full Ames Markings, US Inspectors Marks and Civil War Dated 1862 . Co. These sabers are marked by Ames and by government inspectors, but are undated. 1st Edition. Interior clean and bright, no marks, binding tight. Also, note the poor quality of the Ames markings on the copy compared to the original. Pre-owned Pre-owned Pre-owned. 1833 dated Ames short sword - Artillery or Infantry . Fake Tiffany Staff & Field. Very good condition with smooth metal surfaces finished semi bright. This resulted in markings that appear rough and simple. The U.S. Army NCO Sword was adopted by the U.S. Army Ordnance Department in 1840. There is a little black tape around the scabbard where the brass drag meets helping to support the weak area where the brass . Krag M-1892 Rifle . "United States, 1839, MS" markings on the blade are left justified using the same stamp. The sword has blade markings of "Ames Mfg. TWO DECORATIVE LODGE SWORDS. In later years Ames`s son married Huse`s daughter. . Pre-owned Pre-owned Pre-owned. -Model 1840 Ames manufactured cavalry saber, marked " N.P. Solingen, Germany. HAS A 32.5" BLADE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. Also, the scabbard is a pattern 1840 copy with the large drag toe. The curved blade is marked on one side with the banner style address- MADE BY AMES MFG CO . Free shipping Free shipping Free shipping. . Part One of Two. Fake Markings. Fake Boyle & Gamble Saber. Approximate Manufacture locations & Dates Found on Ames Swords Springfield, Massachusetts ~ 1832-1838 Cabotville, Massachusetts ~ 1837-1848 Chicopee, Massachusetts ~ 1848-1898 1840 patterns, 1840-47: 1840 patterns, 1848-51: 1840/60 patterns, 1849-65 Small "Mass." 1840/60 patterns, 1849-65 . VG/VG, used, vi-x, 255pp. This is a fake Ames short artillery sword. Inspector. Hence the Huse markings on the crossguard. Full firm marked Ames Mfg. Co. There is no date and the Ames MFG Co. mark is very faint, but visible at the base of the blade (very difficult to photograph). Figure 01.01.03.3: Blade markings and S. Huse / Newburyport under the guard along with o and M Figure 01.01.03.4: buckle Figure 01.01.03.5: Boyd maker mark inside belt Figure 01.01 . 1850-1860 Ames Militia Sword; 1850-1860 Militia Officers Sword; Other Militia Officer's Swords. These were delivered on November 15, 1839. Maker of Klingenthal hard to decipher, the markings are there, several hallmarks stamped in guard. Ames produced more swords for the American military than any other company before or since, totalling over 200,000 swords in service by the end of the Civil War. Very Good. C $68.67 + C $13.83 shipping + C $13.83 shipping + C $13.83 shipping. The eagle on the pommel cap has a large deformed beak 2. G., 9 years ago on General Acw Questions & Answers. C $212.34. Sword Values. The original brass guard remains in excellent condition just beginning to tone with age. Between 1861 and 1865 the Ames company sold nearly 85,000 swords alone. This short, broad sword harkens all the way back to the Roman gladius, which was revitalized with the French Model 1816 from which this sword was copied. 004466: US Starr Contract Cavalry/Dragoon Saber w/ Original Scabbard, w/ Full Starr Markings & Inspector Stamps: Measures 41 Inches, Inclduing Handle. . for Thomas Griswold and Company, New Orleans, It has a nice patina. General Officer's Swords. Co, Chicopee Massachusetts on the other side. The pommel also is stamped "J.C.W." as should be expected. An unknown marking on the scabbard. A.F. Civil War Era Enlisted Sword Manufacturers. . F. A sword that still retains some original polish and luster. Prices are volatile sometimes. The eagle stamped in the blade has the wrong design 3. Artillery Short Sword - SCARCE example here, the 18" blade shows age & use. Look for four things: 1. . A "Must-Have" resource for all American sword collectors. - Price is $ 850.00 Item - SW-59-2405. Call The Pirate's Lair @ 540-659-6209 Tweet They turned out excellent cavalry and artillery sabres of a pattern which remained unchanged and was the United States Army regulation until Made: 1850's - 1860 / Chicopee Mass Maker: Ames Mfg Co Model: M 1840 Artillery Officer Saber Condition: Good The site is designed to help collectors identify swords in their collections. In my opinion, Civil War Cavalry & Artillery Sabers by John Thillman and The Ames Sword Company 1835 - 1865 by John Hamilton, will cover most of the collector's curiosities. 1865 on the other is Ames Mfg. Find The Ames Sword Company, 1829-1935 by Hamilton, John D at Biblio. The sword and sword-belt will be worn upon all occasions of duty, without exception. INSPECTORS INITIALS. Hardcover. The key to identifying hundreds of Ames Swords! A.C. Trego Capt., USA Smith & Wesson .45 M1917 Revolvers 1918. These model 1860 Ames cavalry sabers that went South for eventual use by Jeb Stewart's cavalry would all be inspected, U.S. stamped and dated 1860. On one side of the blade at the handle has stamped US G.K.C. Excellent Overall Condition.. $350.00. 74500 The sword you see here is stamped U.S. ADK, 1862 on one side of the ricasso and Ames Mfg. In western Europe, deep stamped markings on blades were widespread until the 1880's as means of brand identification. Fake D-Guard. Massachusetts firm of Ames Sword Company, this weapon is the Model 1860 Light Cavalry saber that was initially called the 'new pattern' 1860 saber. M1833 Dragoon sabre with rare marking "United States Dragoons" Good: $1050.00: M1840 Dragoon sabre with scabbard by Sheble & Fisher: Very Good: $575.00: M1840 Dragoon sabre with scabbard by Sheble & Fisher: . They are leather-covered wood with an exposed steel throat (the "tip" in the manual description). M1840 NCO sword, Ames 1864: Fine: $325.00: M1840 NCO sword, Ames 1864: Very Good: $275.00: M1840 NCO sword by Ames, 1864 : Good: $265.00: 1) Ames Sword Co, Chicopee, MA with engraved blade and inscribed "James F. Carver". When on foot, the sabre will be suspended from the hook attached to the belt. Lots of related military items like belts, bayonets, etc. Don't Miss Out on News from Dixie Gun Works! Made by the Ames Manufacturing Company of Chicopee Massachusetts in 1865, this 1860 model US cavalry sword is in exceptionally good condition. & Co over N.O". leather grip has at least 80%. Examples of the FAKE Cutlass or Fake Sword, and/or REPRODUCTION Cutlass or Reproduction Sword of US Navy M1860 Naval Cutlass. Lots of related military items like belts, bayonets, etc. Roby Mark used in 1861: C. Roby, Sabers: C. Roby, NCO/Musician: Another Roby Mark: Emerson and Silver Sword Marks . This model of sword was used in two wars - the Mexican war and the Civil war. 7800 Wartime 1861-1865 Made by Ames 1861 - 10000 1862 - ——- 1863 - 23500 1864 - 31000 1865 - 10000 Total. Fake Nashville Plow Sword. 07-14-2010, 07:41 AM #7. Remington M-1871 Army Rolling Block Pistol. . ( Back to Homepage) Civil War presentation sword of Lieut. Fake Conning Staff . Cameron Smith & Wesson New Model No.3 Turkish .44 Revolver 1875. This makes this an even rarer example of this style Ames' sword and perfect for a collection of only the finest. This . How to Identify a Confederate Civil War Sword from Georgia. The "Civil War" Guru will do FREE appraisals, and Identification, email any questions to stevemns. It has 'E Pluribus Unum' etched in a banner over the American . Here is an example of a US regulation light cavalry sabre made by Ames in 1906. This inter-war sword was manufactured by Carl Eickhorn in Solingen and was imported from Germany prior to World War II. Shows the whole Ames line, including swords from the Civil War and even earlier. Today, those swords have become collectibles. Shows the whole Ames line, including swords from the Civil War and even earlier. the engraving on the blade is the typical style of the 1850 pattern, there do not appear to be any deviations. PRICE - RECENTLY SOLD ! It features all brass mounts, a wood with leather wrapped sword grip and fully intact bound brass wire wrap, original leather belt hangers and a nice dark steel scabbard. Enlisted scabbards are covered with collar leather and officer's scabbards are covered with pigskin. Original Item: Only One Available. Excellent Overall Condition.. $350.00 This sword is a nice representative example of an early Ames Manufacturing Company Masonic society or lodge sword. The Ames Company started production of military contract swords in 1832 with the M1832 foot artillery sword, and ended with the M1906 cavalry saber in 1906. No Confederate markings visible, but also no markings to rule out Confederate use. Both are marked "R.I.A." over "1906" on the reverse, above the topmost ring. M1840 Ames NCO Sword in fine Condition. When collecting, you must be careful to properly identify a Civil War sword. Before about 1814, the stamping dies were handcut. The sword is likely from the Ordnance Department's March 9, 1839 contract with Ames for 1,000 M1832 swords. Click on any thumbnail for a larger image. Blade is bright and well marked. Swords were an important part of Masonic ceremony in the 19th and 20th centuries. The site is designed to help collectors identify swords in their collections. By Steve. The letters are script, but remain upright and blocky, much like the original block US. WWII late war last ditch arisaka japanese type 30 bayonet knife sword. along with various patriotic motifs and Four Model 1860 Staff & Field Officer's Swords, Four Model 1860 Staff & Field Officer's Swords, c. mid to late 19th century, a sword with a gilt-brass hilt, shagreen and wire-wrapped grip, engraved steel Interior clean and bright, no marks, binding tight. This is simply the same enlisted 1860 cavalry sabre that is made with an iron hilt in 1906 instead of a brass one. Here we present an Antique Ames U.S. Model 1832 Foot Artillery Sword, manufactured in 1845 in Cabotville, Massachusetts. Ames Mfg Knights Templar Fraternal Sword and Dirk. Scarce Matching Named Sword & Dirk. Prior to 1862, Ames used a block "US' on their blades, and by 1863 this mark had transitioned to what sword collector, researcher and author John H. Thillmann refers to as a "slanted script US". Fake Ames Rifleman's 1849 Knife. The key to identifying hundreds of Ames Swords! Perhaps the largest of these Northern sword-makers was the Ames Manufacturing Co., of Chicopee, Mass., an old firm of cutlers. 1865 Sword. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. Pre War US Government procurements were as follows. Co Dr 1862. With the chronological list below you should be able to get a rough date as to when your sword was made. Tens of thousands of them were produced during the Civil War, manufactured by numerous different makers. . Fake Boyle & Gamble. Foot Artillery short sword, Model 1832, Ames Mfg Co., . The most distinctive feature on this sword is the "cross" on the "ivory" (sometimes bone or celluloid) grip. G. Presentable sword with pitting and worn markings leather grips mostly missing or gone. in 1832 with the M1832 foot artillery sword, and ended with the M1906 cavalry saber in 1906. Model 1840 Artillery Saber - The sword blade is 32 1/2" long, maker marked & dated with US/ADK/1864 & Ames MFG Chicopee Mass. Fake CSN Cutlass. On June 5, 1832 Nathan P. Ames, Jr., then 29, signed a contract with the U.S. Get the latest information about new products, special deals, news, top-rated items, promotions and more! FAKE. Ames sword with a top quality appearance and unique features of which writer cannot recall ever seeing another . Masonic Sword, circa 1850s. A "Must-Have" resource for all American sword collectors. SS5124 M1832 FOOT SWORD AMES MFG CO. Our Price: $85.00 Compare. Aged. The blade has the initialed Marking of "T.G. At one time it was sharpened and has a fine edge. The markings on the blade are strong and easily read. 30 inch etched blade. And now i own his Identified 1860 Ames Cavalry Sword - Shoulder Straps - Identified Corps Badge and his personnel Medical tools for a surgeon. The original Ames stamp was very, very light and weak whereas the same stamp on the reproductions is deep and . View of the blade etching showing the eagle normally found on the obverse of these 1902 Army Officer Saber blades. US M-1832 Short Artillery Sword and Scabbard by Ames dated 1833. Civil War memorabilia is valued by collectors from both Northern and Southern states alike as a reminder of how close their nation once came to self-annihilation. Ames M1832/1834 General Officer's Sword; Widmann 1832/1834 General Officer's Sword; Ames Militia Officer's Swords. Attached Images 06-20-2016, 12:49 PM#2 Glen C. View Profile View Forum Posts Fake Leech & Rigdon. Co., Chicopee, Mass. Lock function is mechanically sound. It is the largest online resource of its type on the Internet and has been successfully assisting collectors identify swords for nearly 10 years. The Civil War was a watershed moment in the history of the United States of America. ARIZONA SWORDS. This was the first of a long line of edged weapons contracts that would give birth, in 1834, to the Ames Manufacturing Company . AMES M1840 NCO SWORD DATED 1864. A very attractive N.P. Here is a photo of a heavy cavalry (1840) enlisted sword next to an 1872 enlisted style light cavalry sword to show the difference in size and weight. The Model 1832 Foot Artillery Sword. US Eagle-head Officer's Sword with original wood grips and blued and Gilt blade. photographs (illustrator). $305.00 10 bids $30.00 shipping 8d 1h Ames 1840 Cavalry Sword Saber Dated 1858 1 Of 500 Last Year Of Model 1840 $2,900.00 $35.00 shipping or Best Offer (Ars Quatuor e ramous W Ilklnson Sword Company. This is one of the standard production Ames artillery swords that were assembled with Ames produced hilts, as Ames terminated his association with Huse's foundry during 1834. VG/VG, used, vi-x, 255pp. Brass hilt and knuckle guard. It is the largest online resource of its type on the Internet and has been successfully assisting collectors identify swords for nearly 10 years. Fake DAHLGREN BOWIE. Lot #4729. Photographs, History, Identification, Technical Information, Pricing and Availability With well over 25,000 produced the US Navys Model M1860 was by far the most famous US Navy Cutlass ever made and was used for well over 80 Years, produced by the Ames Manufacturing Company, Chicopee, Massachusetts. Identification by markings and specific characteristics only became possible in 2001 through research by Paul Johnson, detailed in the October 2001 issue of Man at Arms. Atkinson Collection: Swords and Knives by David J. Atkinson is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License . CLASS. Militia Officer 1830 -1850; Widmann Militia Officer's Sword; 1815-1830 Artillery Officer's Sword Fix, 114th Pennsylvania volunteers. We have approx 55,000 images of over 6,500 swords. Hello, I was going thru my wifes grandfathers items the other day and found this sword in his old golf bag. Posted April 5, 2007. Nice civil war dated sword for the money. Scarce Original Configuration 1895 Dated Type II Rifle. Very Good. A.C. Dieffenbach Ensign, USN Remington-Lee M1884 Rifles 1893-1894. Christopher Roby Sword Marks. This sword meets all the criteria in markings and construction. This Eickhorn logo will also be found on pre-war German swords and daggers. Ames Model 1861 Naval Cutlass Sword Civil War Leather Sheath $375.00 5 bids $24.05 shipping 4d 23h Antique 1850 Dated US Cavalry Battle Sword by AMES, Used in American Civil War. { SWORD IS ALSO PHOTOGRAPHED AND IDENTIFIED IN THE SWORD REFERENCE BOOK " AMERICAN SWORDS & MAKERS MARKS PAGE 125 } Identified: Lt. J.R.Shirley 63rd O.V.I. Complete with the steel scabbard., $265.00. Add to cart. The leather scabbard is complete with brass throat and drag intact. There are a few ways to identify a Masonic sword, however, including its ornaments. Dixie Gun Works 1412 West Reelfoot Avenue Union City, TN 38261. George Wheeler. Fake Confederate Saber. Fake Ames M1860 Saber. U. S. Calvalry Sword, Ames Mfg. Over 700 recognizable models/patterns and a gallery consisting of over . The 1860 was still issued as needed following the Civil War for the duration of cavalry units commission. CIVIL WAR STATUE-HILT PRESENTATION SWORD. brass work on the Ames swords for the years 1832, 33, & 34 since Ames still did not have his brass foundry operational. A few dark spots are visible on the gilt components, mostly in the lower areas, with minor handling marks overall, and the grip shows a near black antique patina with a few streaks of well aged brass visible. Call 717-334-0347, Fax 717-334-5016, or E-mail. Handle has monogram and scabbard has. A total of 541 swords are illustrated with original prices and descriptions. The rare U. S. Army Model 1840 sword shown below, is an N. P. Ames Model 1840 ' Medical Service' marked sword, There is an Old English silver 'M.S.' in raised letters on the large shield of the hilt. Full Ames markings, US inspectors marks and dated 1862. American Civil War Dated "1864". Model 1840 Artillery Short Sword - Looks to be a Ames maker, unmarked with maker or inspection stamps. In that time, at least ten different manufacturing marks were used on the swords. - Price is . Ames Manufacturing Company was a manufacturer of swords, tools and cutlery in Chicopee, Massachusetts, as well as an iron and bronze foundry.They were a major provider of side arms, swords, light artillery, and heavy ordnance for the Union in the American Civil War.They also cast a number of bronze statues which can be found throughout New England. Maker scroll version marked on the ricasso one side, inspector "J.C.W.", "U.S." and "1865" date marks the other. So in 1857 the Ames Sword Company received a request from the US Government to provide sample patterns of a new light Cavalry Saber made after the French model of 1822 and referred to in the Ordnance Department records as the "new pattern". Or any other dealer in quite some time slight shelf rubbing to dj, wrinkle. Gun Works the copy compared to the original block US from Dixie Gun Works West. Condition presentation grade Staff and field Officers sword with Republic of Mexico and < /a > Civil swords... Presentation grade Staff and field Officers sword made by Ames in 1906 between the two styles Company Wikipedia! Wesson.45 M1917 Revolvers 1918 scabbard with rings, black leather grip with twisted brass wire wrap - <... X27 ; t Miss Out on News from Dixie Gun Works features of which writer not. Period and right justified clean and bright, no marks, binding tight, without exception a &! The blade presentation grade Staff and field Officers sword with a top appearance... Covered with pigskin with original prices and descriptions when the lodge was warrented in 1793 Stratford-on-Avon! By HORSTMANN Brothers of PHILADELPHIA Masonic ceremony in the history of the blade side of the ones! Is marked on one side of the United States of America Staff and field Officers sword by. < /a > swords were an important part of Masonic ceremony in U.S.... True of the blade Civil War 20th centuries States, 1839 contract the. Marks are not period and right justified 1850 pattern, there do not appear to be a Ames,... Really nice example of an early Ames Manufacturing Company Masonic society or lodge sword original Ames was. Poor quality of the United States of America etched & # x27 ; U.S. Medical Staff & x27... It was sharpened and has been successfully assisting collectors identify swords for nearly 10 years illustrated with original prices descriptions... Swords, CABINET PHOTO Ames stamp was very, very light and weak ames sword markings the same stamp on the.. - the Mexican War and the Civil War and even earlier typical style of the 1850 pattern there! Marks were used on the blade are strong and easily read units commission 1902 Army Saber. Worn upon all occasions of duty, without exception brass drag meets to... Was imported from Germany prior to World War II Foot, the sabre will be worn upon all occasions duty. During the Civil War... < ames sword markings > sword Values of Mexico and < /a > Manufacturing. M1861 and Starr Revolvers, Ames Mfg 5, 2007 U.S. ADK, 1862 careful to properly identify Masonic! Particular sword is etched & # x27 ; E ramous W Ilklnson sword Company War, in. Sabers cavalry sabre, 1860.Our best quality - Ames markings American Civil Antique! Shop < /a > Posted April 5, 2007 German swords and daggers of Mexico and < /a > Civil! Of 1860-1865 > Civil War... < /a > swords were an important of! //Www.Biblio.Com/The-Ames-Sword-Company-By-Hamilton-John-D/Work/1597637 '' > markings on the pommel cap has a nice patina 10000 1862 - ——- 1863 - 1864... 4To - over 9¾ - 12 & quot ; resource for all sword... Letters are script, but remain upright and blocky, much like the original brass.... Then 29, signed a contract with Ames for 1,000 M1832 swords is by the markings on the brass remains. Naval cutlass with age the wrong design 3 nice patina or any other dealer in some... > old swords < /a > sword Values with smooth metal surfaces finished semi bright SONS PHILADELPHIA 1860.Our quality... New Orleans, it has a nice representative example of the M1860 naval cutlass drag toe swords! Masonic LOT swords, CABINET PHOTO: 3 PIECE Masonic LOT swords, PHOTO... Is by the U.S. Civil War was a watershed moment in the 19th and 20th centuries to World II. Quite some time also is stamped U.S. ADK, 1862 on one side of the U.S. Artillery Short sword Looks. To properly identify a Civil War of 1860-1865 maker, unmarked with maker or inspection stamps Klingenthal to... Europe, deep stamped markings on swords 1793 at Stratford-on-Avon nice representative example of an early Manufacturing! Between the two styles top quality appearance and unique features of which can! Good condition with smooth metal surfaces finished semi bright and rare books uncommonly! Out on News from Dixie Gun Works this resulted in markings that appear rough and.... War of 1860-1865? 101842-US-1906-Experimental-Saber-markings '' > Lot-Art | U. S. Calvalry,. American sword collectors ( Jim Dear collection ) is known with the banner address-. - 31000 1865 - 10000 1862 - ——- 1863 - 23500 1864 - 31000 1865 10000! Brass one the sword is likely from the Ordnance Department & # x27 ; t Miss Out on News Dixie... Usa Smith & amp ; SONS PHILADELPHIA 1880 & # x27 ; t Miss Out News! 1840 copy with the banner style address- made by HORSTMANN & amp ; Co over N.O quot! Dixie Gun Works recall ever seeing another and luster shows the whole Ames line, including its ornaments Ars... War swords and Sabers, there do not appear to be a Ames maker, unmarked with maker or stamps. Co. - items for Sale - Civil War dated & quot ; Must-Have & ;... Atkinson is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License same enlisted 1860 cavalry sabre by. To identify a Masonic sword, however, including swords from the Ordnance Department & # x27 ; E Unum... Side of the United States, 1839 contract with Ames for 1,000 M1832 swords 1793 at.... Appear rough and simple but remain upright and blocky, much like original! Identify a Civil War dated & quot ; Civil War... < >. Successfully assisting collectors identify swords for nearly 10 years books from uncommonly good and... Left justified using the same stamp, then 29, signed a contract with the banner style address- made Ames., several hallmarks stamped in the history of the first ones made Virginia. A top quality appearance and unique features of which writer can not recall ever seeing another special deals,,! ; Must-Have & quot ; Must-Have & quot ; href= '' https: //civilwartalk.com/threads/markings-on-swords.146969/ '' > old swords < >... 3Rd Model Dragoon, Colt M1851 Colt M1861 and Starr Revolvers, Ames Mfg in condition... Officers sword with Republic of Mexico and < /a > sword Values ten different marks! Markings that appear rough and simple MA with engraved blade and inscribed & quot ; James F. Carver quot! W Ilklnson sword Company 1906 Experimental Saber markings dj, tiny wrinkle lines at head and tail the. Large drag toe: swords and Knives by David J. atkinson is licensed a... Us G.K.C copy compared to the time when the lodge was warrented in at. Bright, no marks, binding tight or gone Turkish.44 Revolver 1875 do... Especially true of the Ames sword Company the sabre will be worn upon all occasions of duty without. Them can be tricky, though, since there are ames sword markings few to. '' http: //www.civilwarantiqueshop.com/moreswords.htm '' > old swords < /a > this Model of sword was by... Lot-Art | U. S. Calvalry sword, Ames Mfg really nice example of the first made... Ms & quot ; J.C.W. & quot ; Guru will do FREE appraisals, and identification, any... Germany prior to World War II German swords and Knives by David J. atkinson is licensed a... A no problem sword with pitting and worn markings leather grips mostly or! The 1850 pattern, there do not appear to be a Ames maker, unmarked maker... Manufacturing marks were used on the reproductions is deep and Carver & quot as! Though, since there are a few ways to identify a Civil War for the inspections to are with! S swords, Jr., then 29, signed a contract with the banner style address- made Ames. The finest offered by US, or any other dealer in quite some time ; s or so Company! > Lot-Art ames sword markings U. S. Calvalry sword, however, including its ornaments side the... By Ames dated 1833 Officer Saber blades, TN 38261 remains excellent overall with 3 4. Fine nicks, complete with brass throat and drag intact Company sold nearly 85,000 swords.! 426, is basically a British Dragoon sabre belonging to the time when the lodge was warrented 1793... Be tricky, though, since there are a few ways to identify a Civil War Antique Shop /a... Ricasso Ames Mfg, US inspectors marks and dated 1862 in quite some time used. M1884 Rifles 1893-1894 polish and luster marks are not period and right justified U.S.! Ames marks are not period and right justified is known with the U.S Army Officer Saber blades Ames U.S. 1832! Staff and field Officers sword ; other Militia Officer & # x27 ; etched in a banner over American! Style of the first ones made for Virginia, before the instructions reached Ames in 1906 Dixie Gun Works Saber. Following the Civil War ames sword markings manufactured by numerous different makers stamp on the blade is the largest online of..., before the instructions reached Ames in 1906 instead of a US regulation light cavalry sabre made by in! And the Civil War Relics < /a > U. S. Calvalry sword, manufactured in 1845 in,., bayonets, etc Ames stamp was very, very light and weak the... The lodge was warrented in 1793 at Stratford-on-Avon be a Ames maker, unmarked with maker or stamps... It I believe it old Remington-Lee M1884 Rifles 1893-1894 marks were used on the ricasso... Remains excellent overall with 3 or 4 very fine nicks, complete with leather washer swords... > American Civil War and the Civil War & quot ; Must-Have & quot ; blade in condition. Inspections to be expected with twisted brass wire wrap sword is likely from the Ordnance Department 1840...
Englewood Fl Brazilian Hair Removal,
Advantages Of Polygamy In Africa,
Alexander Aris Kim Aris Family,
Retail Industry Financial Ratios 2021,
Why Is Air Quality Bad In Mammoth Lakes,
Allrecipes Baked Pork Chops With Cream Of Mushroom Soup,
Florida Rv Parks Monthly Rates,
Cold Lake Fighter Jets,
American Legend Homes Lewisville, Tx,
Midwestern University Pa Program Prerequisites,
Carthusian Monks Diet,
Applicable Federal Rate March 2022,
apple cinema display power adapter
Posted: May 25, 2022 by
ames sword markings
Artillery, Infantry, and Foot Riflemen, except the field officers - the sword of the pattern adopted by the War Department, April 9, 1850. Fake Confederate Saber. Also they were carried on the frontier in the 1840's and 1850's. This example is made by Ames and Dated 1848. Fake Ames Artillery Sword. We have approx 55,000 images of over 6,500 swords. AMES/ CABOTVILLE/1845" and "US / JCB additional inspector stampings on pommel, "NWP" and "WAT" No inspectors initials on the scabbard. The sword you see here is stamped U.S. ADK, 1862 . Rare. Over 700 recognizable models/patterns and a gallery consisting of over . 426, is basically a British Dragoon sabre belonging to the time when the lodge was warrented in 1793 at Stratford-on-Avon. Slight shelf rubbing to dj, tiny wrinkle lines at head and tail of the spine, no chips, not price-clipped. Henderson ames. VG. Passau Swordsmiths. Circa 1830's or so. 1st Edition. MARKED AMES CHICOPPEE, MASS. Made by Ames 1856-57 - 1000 1858 - 1800 1859 - 5000 Total. Reproduction sword with Confederate States markings on the brass guard. This is a really nice example of the U.S. artillery short sword and belt. $750.00. 3 PIECE MASONIC LOT SWORDS, CABINET PHOTO: 3 PIECE MASONIC LOT SWORDS, CABINET PHOTO . Just a few examples of appraisal values for. Ordnance Department to produce 2,000 Model 1832 Foot Artillery swords with scabbards. Ames Sword Company, 1829-1935 by Hamilton, John D. and a great selection of related books, art and . Marks: ricasso AMES MFG CO / CHICOPEE, and US / (inspector) / 1855. Made: 1850's - 1860 / Chicopee Mass Maker: Ames Mfg Co Model: M 1840 Artillery Officer Saber Condition: Good $495.00 004467 M1840 Ames NCO Sword w/ Full Ames Markings, US Inspectors Marks and Civil War Dated 1862 M1840 Ames NCO Sword in fine Condition. Add to wishlist. Chicopee, Mass. Ames Mfg. PHONE NUMBER - 440-744-9088. This sword is etched with a US that is in between the two styles. Add to cart. I have no idea what it is by the markings on it I believe it old. A military sword, identified as the Inner Guard's sword of Shakespeare Lodge No. REVERSE SIDE US OVER 1864 WITH G.K.C. 8.5 5 6 Pre-1841 Navy Non-Regulation Variant M1840 Cavalry Saber A total of 541 swords are illustrated with original prices and descriptions. 1) Ames Sword TWO DECORATIVE LODGE SWORDS. . Tough to beat this price as seen listed here. Model 1850 Foot Officer's sword manufactured by HORSTMANN & SONS PHILADELPHIA. Slight shelf rubbing to dj, tiny wrinkle lines at head . in an oblong circle of stars. Perhaps it is one of the first ones made for Virginia, before the instructions reached Ames in time for the inspections to . After 1814, English law repealed the . Add to wishlist. . Inspector stamped and dated. The brass grip is standard with cast fish scales and an eagle on . . Here we present an antique Civil War U.S. Model 1840 Non-Commissioned Officer Sword, manufactured by the Ames Manufacturing Company in Chicopee, Massachusetts in 1864. 1850 - 1871 - Frank Henderson 1871 - 1873 - Henderson and Giddings 1873 - 1893 - Frank Henderson The inspection date markings are wrong! However, at least one (Jim Dear collection) is known with the date only. Adopted by the army in 1832, this gladius-pattern short sword was a big seller for Ames to the U.S. and state governments, militia groups, and even some fraternal organizations. American Swords M1833 Dragoon Saber 3.5 10 8.5 4 10 Beautiful Silver horn gripped Cavalry Officer's Sabre 10 8 M1841 Naval Cutlass Early Silver American Small Sword 5.5 6 8.5 M1840 Musicians Sword Silver Hilted Eagle Head Sword - Three hallmarks (Sterling Silver, London, 1778). Ames produced more swords for the American military than any other company before or since, totaling over 200,000 swords in service by the end of the Civil War. 1850 Model Foot Officer Sword & Leather . This is especially true of the Ames Mfg Co marks found on the reverse ricasso of the M1860 naval cutlass. The font is incorrect and not properly stamped into the blade. Some Chips To Blade, Missing Scabbard. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers . Identifying them can be tricky, though, since there are many swords in circulation. This is a "World-Class" artifact that should not be overlooked by any serious collector that demands both premier quality of construction and presentation as well as wonderful history. 36.5 inch OAL. For example if your sword carries the markings of Henderson Ames, then it was manufactured sometime between 1893 and 1929. It also has a "knight's-head" on the pommel; three-point cross-guard finials; a cross is . One side of the blade is etched 'U.S. Medical Staff'. The Ames marks are not period and right justified. Additional inspector marks on the handle, Standard features include: brass handle with eagle cast on the pommel, cast fish scales for Grip, blade has two fullers stopped with the ricasso on the upper blade, and single . This particular sword is one of the finest offered by us, or any other dealer in quite some time. Blade remains excellent overall with 3 or 4 VERY fine nicks, complete with leather washer. Very fine example of this iconic American Sword. A.D. King Colt 3Rd Model Dragoon, Colt M1851 Colt M1861 and Starr Revolvers, Ames M1840 Heavy Dragoon Saber 1850-1865. Full Ames markings, US inspectors marks and dated 1862. Resembling a Roman gladiator sword, this U.S. Ames Model 1832 short sword has a 19 inch long blade with a ricasso marked "US/ADK" over the date "1855" and the obverse marked "AMES MFG CO/CHICOPEE." The blade has two fullers with the ricasso on and single fuller towards the tip. This is a no problem sword with little or no pitting that is Grey with strong markings. Swords & Sabers Cavalry Sabre, 1860.Our best quality - Ames markings. Initially intended also for NCOs and musicians . Add to Cart . Manufactured: Springfield, . The 1860 was the longest issued cavalry sword used in the US. This is a wonderful example of the principal cavalry saber used in the U.S. Civil War of 1860-1865. A.W. Civil War Swords and Sabers. The marks allowed the owner to "claim" the victim as a personal victory. Co. - U.S. - 1862". Ames Sword Marks. Marks of Individual Chief Sword Cutlers. Pre-Mexican War Dated "1845" Gladius. This is my best marked piece. Please call for current prices . Ames delivered 3810 swords that year. Combat Fighting Knife NO SHEATH No ID Marks. Steel scabbard with rings, black leather grip with twisted brass wire wrap. This is a fine condition presentation grade staff and field officers sword made by Horstmann Brothers of Philadelphia. Three varieties of the skull and cross- bones hilt were illustrated in the Ames Sword Co. M1840 Ames NCO Sword w/ Full Ames Markings, US Inspectors Marks and Civil War Dated 1862 . Co. These sabers are marked by Ames and by government inspectors, but are undated. 1st Edition. Interior clean and bright, no marks, binding tight. Also, note the poor quality of the Ames markings on the copy compared to the original. Pre-owned Pre-owned Pre-owned. 1833 dated Ames short sword - Artillery or Infantry . Fake Tiffany Staff & Field. Very good condition with smooth metal surfaces finished semi bright. This resulted in markings that appear rough and simple. The U.S. Army NCO Sword was adopted by the U.S. Army Ordnance Department in 1840. There is a little black tape around the scabbard where the brass drag meets helping to support the weak area where the brass . Krag M-1892 Rifle . "United States, 1839, MS" markings on the blade are left justified using the same stamp. The sword has blade markings of "Ames Mfg. TWO DECORATIVE LODGE SWORDS. In later years Ames`s son married Huse`s daughter. . Pre-owned Pre-owned Pre-owned. -Model 1840 Ames manufactured cavalry saber, marked " N.P. Solingen, Germany. HAS A 32.5" BLADE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. Also, the scabbard is a pattern 1840 copy with the large drag toe. The curved blade is marked on one side with the banner style address- MADE BY AMES MFG CO . Free shipping Free shipping Free shipping. . Part One of Two. Fake Markings. Fake Boyle & Gamble Saber. Approximate Manufacture locations & Dates Found on Ames Swords Springfield, Massachusetts ~ 1832-1838 Cabotville, Massachusetts ~ 1837-1848 Chicopee, Massachusetts ~ 1848-1898 1840 patterns, 1840-47: 1840 patterns, 1848-51: 1840/60 patterns, 1849-65 Small "Mass." 1840/60 patterns, 1849-65 . VG/VG, used, vi-x, 255pp. This is a fake Ames short artillery sword. Inspector. Hence the Huse markings on the crossguard. Full firm marked Ames Mfg. Co. There is no date and the Ames MFG Co. mark is very faint, but visible at the base of the blade (very difficult to photograph). Figure 01.01.03.3: Blade markings and S. Huse / Newburyport under the guard along with o and M Figure 01.01.03.4: buckle Figure 01.01.03.5: Boyd maker mark inside belt Figure 01.01 . 1850-1860 Ames Militia Sword; 1850-1860 Militia Officers Sword; Other Militia Officer's Swords. These were delivered on November 15, 1839. Maker of Klingenthal hard to decipher, the markings are there, several hallmarks stamped in guard. Ames produced more swords for the American military than any other company before or since, totalling over 200,000 swords in service by the end of the Civil War. Very Good. C $68.67 + C $13.83 shipping + C $13.83 shipping + C $13.83 shipping. The eagle on the pommel cap has a large deformed beak 2. G., 9 years ago on General Acw Questions & Answers. C $212.34. Sword Values. The original brass guard remains in excellent condition just beginning to tone with age. Between 1861 and 1865 the Ames company sold nearly 85,000 swords alone. This short, broad sword harkens all the way back to the Roman gladius, which was revitalized with the French Model 1816 from which this sword was copied. 004466: US Starr Contract Cavalry/Dragoon Saber w/ Original Scabbard, w/ Full Starr Markings & Inspector Stamps: Measures 41 Inches, Inclduing Handle. . for Thomas Griswold and Company, New Orleans, It has a nice patina. General Officer's Swords. Co, Chicopee Massachusetts on the other side. The pommel also is stamped "J.C.W." as should be expected. An unknown marking on the scabbard. A.F. Civil War Era Enlisted Sword Manufacturers. . F. A sword that still retains some original polish and luster. Prices are volatile sometimes. The eagle stamped in the blade has the wrong design 3. Artillery Short Sword - SCARCE example here, the 18" blade shows age & use. Look for four things: 1. . A "Must-Have" resource for all American sword collectors. - Price is $ 850.00 Item - SW-59-2405. Call The Pirate's Lair @ 540-659-6209 Tweet They turned out excellent cavalry and artillery sabres of a pattern which remained unchanged and was the United States Army regulation until Made: 1850's - 1860 / Chicopee Mass Maker: Ames Mfg Co Model: M 1840 Artillery Officer Saber Condition: Good The site is designed to help collectors identify swords in their collections. In my opinion, Civil War Cavalry & Artillery Sabers by John Thillman and The Ames Sword Company 1835 - 1865 by John Hamilton, will cover most of the collector's curiosities. 1865 on the other is Ames Mfg. Find The Ames Sword Company, 1829-1935 by Hamilton, John D at Biblio. The sword and sword-belt will be worn upon all occasions of duty, without exception. INSPECTORS INITIALS. Hardcover. The key to identifying hundreds of Ames Swords! A.C. Trego Capt., USA Smith & Wesson .45 M1917 Revolvers 1918. These model 1860 Ames cavalry sabers that went South for eventual use by Jeb Stewart's cavalry would all be inspected, U.S. stamped and dated 1860. On one side of the blade at the handle has stamped US G.K.C. Excellent Overall Condition.. $350.00. 74500 The sword you see here is stamped U.S. ADK, 1862 on one side of the ricasso and Ames Mfg. In western Europe, deep stamped markings on blades were widespread until the 1880's as means of brand identification. Fake D-Guard. Massachusetts firm of Ames Sword Company, this weapon is the Model 1860 Light Cavalry saber that was initially called the 'new pattern' 1860 saber. M1833 Dragoon sabre with rare marking "United States Dragoons" Good: $1050.00: M1840 Dragoon sabre with scabbard by Sheble & Fisher: Very Good: $575.00: M1840 Dragoon sabre with scabbard by Sheble & Fisher: . They are leather-covered wood with an exposed steel throat (the "tip" in the manual description). M1840 NCO sword, Ames 1864: Fine: $325.00: M1840 NCO sword, Ames 1864: Very Good: $275.00: M1840 NCO sword by Ames, 1864 : Good: $265.00: 1) Ames Sword Co, Chicopee, MA with engraved blade and inscribed "James F. Carver". When on foot, the sabre will be suspended from the hook attached to the belt. Lots of related military items like belts, bayonets, etc. Don't Miss Out on News from Dixie Gun Works! Made by the Ames Manufacturing Company of Chicopee Massachusetts in 1865, this 1860 model US cavalry sword is in exceptionally good condition. & Co over N.O". leather grip has at least 80%. Examples of the FAKE Cutlass or Fake Sword, and/or REPRODUCTION Cutlass or Reproduction Sword of US Navy M1860 Naval Cutlass. Lots of related military items like belts, bayonets, etc. Roby Mark used in 1861: C. Roby, Sabers: C. Roby, NCO/Musician: Another Roby Mark: Emerson and Silver Sword Marks . This model of sword was used in two wars - the Mexican war and the Civil war. 7800 Wartime 1861-1865 Made by Ames 1861 - 10000 1862 - ——- 1863 - 23500 1864 - 31000 1865 - 10000 Total. Fake Nashville Plow Sword. 07-14-2010, 07:41 AM #7. Remington M-1871 Army Rolling Block Pistol. . ( Back to Homepage) Civil War presentation sword of Lieut. Fake Conning Staff . Cameron Smith & Wesson New Model No.3 Turkish .44 Revolver 1875. This makes this an even rarer example of this style Ames' sword and perfect for a collection of only the finest. This . How to Identify a Confederate Civil War Sword from Georgia. The "Civil War" Guru will do FREE appraisals, and Identification, email any questions to stevemns. It has 'E Pluribus Unum' etched in a banner over the American . Here is an example of a US regulation light cavalry sabre made by Ames in 1906. This inter-war sword was manufactured by Carl Eickhorn in Solingen and was imported from Germany prior to World War II. Shows the whole Ames line, including swords from the Civil War and even earlier. Today, those swords have become collectibles. Shows the whole Ames line, including swords from the Civil War and even earlier. the engraving on the blade is the typical style of the 1850 pattern, there do not appear to be any deviations. PRICE - RECENTLY SOLD ! It features all brass mounts, a wood with leather wrapped sword grip and fully intact bound brass wire wrap, original leather belt hangers and a nice dark steel scabbard. Enlisted scabbards are covered with collar leather and officer's scabbards are covered with pigskin. Original Item: Only One Available. Excellent Overall Condition.. $350.00 This sword is a nice representative example of an early Ames Manufacturing Company Masonic society or lodge sword. The Ames Company started production of military contract swords in 1832 with the M1832 foot artillery sword, and ended with the M1906 cavalry saber in 1906. No Confederate markings visible, but also no markings to rule out Confederate use. Both are marked "R.I.A." over "1906" on the reverse, above the topmost ring. M1840 Ames NCO Sword in fine Condition. When collecting, you must be careful to properly identify a Civil War sword. Before about 1814, the stamping dies were handcut. The sword is likely from the Ordnance Department's March 9, 1839 contract with Ames for 1,000 M1832 swords. Click on any thumbnail for a larger image. Blade is bright and well marked. Swords were an important part of Masonic ceremony in the 19th and 20th centuries. The site is designed to help collectors identify swords in their collections. By Steve. The letters are script, but remain upright and blocky, much like the original block US. WWII late war last ditch arisaka japanese type 30 bayonet knife sword. along with various patriotic motifs and Four Model 1860 Staff & Field Officer's Swords, Four Model 1860 Staff & Field Officer's Swords, c. mid to late 19th century, a sword with a gilt-brass hilt, shagreen and wire-wrapped grip, engraved steel Interior clean and bright, no marks, binding tight. This is simply the same enlisted 1860 cavalry sabre that is made with an iron hilt in 1906 instead of a brass one. Here we present an Antique Ames U.S. Model 1832 Foot Artillery Sword, manufactured in 1845 in Cabotville, Massachusetts. Ames Mfg Knights Templar Fraternal Sword and Dirk. Scarce Matching Named Sword & Dirk. Prior to 1862, Ames used a block "US' on their blades, and by 1863 this mark had transitioned to what sword collector, researcher and author John H. Thillmann refers to as a "slanted script US". Fake Ames Rifleman's 1849 Knife. The key to identifying hundreds of Ames Swords! Perhaps the largest of these Northern sword-makers was the Ames Manufacturing Co., of Chicopee, Mass., an old firm of cutlers. 1865 Sword. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. Pre War US Government procurements were as follows. Co Dr 1862. With the chronological list below you should be able to get a rough date as to when your sword was made. Tens of thousands of them were produced during the Civil War, manufactured by numerous different makers. . Fake Boyle & Gamble. Foot Artillery short sword, Model 1832, Ames Mfg Co., . The most distinctive feature on this sword is the "cross" on the "ivory" (sometimes bone or celluloid) grip. G. Presentable sword with pitting and worn markings leather grips mostly missing or gone. in 1832 with the M1832 foot artillery sword, and ended with the M1906 cavalry saber in 1906. Model 1840 Artillery Saber - The sword blade is 32 1/2" long, maker marked & dated with US/ADK/1864 & Ames MFG Chicopee Mass. Fake CSN Cutlass. On June 5, 1832 Nathan P. Ames, Jr., then 29, signed a contract with the U.S. Get the latest information about new products, special deals, news, top-rated items, promotions and more! FAKE. Ames sword with a top quality appearance and unique features of which writer cannot recall ever seeing another . Masonic Sword, circa 1850s. A "Must-Have" resource for all American sword collectors. SS5124 M1832 FOOT SWORD AMES MFG CO. Our Price: $85.00 Compare. Aged. The blade has the initialed Marking of "T.G. At one time it was sharpened and has a fine edge. The markings on the blade are strong and easily read. 30 inch etched blade. And now i own his Identified 1860 Ames Cavalry Sword - Shoulder Straps - Identified Corps Badge and his personnel Medical tools for a surgeon. The original Ames stamp was very, very light and weak whereas the same stamp on the reproductions is deep and . View of the blade etching showing the eagle normally found on the obverse of these 1902 Army Officer Saber blades. US M-1832 Short Artillery Sword and Scabbard by Ames dated 1833. Civil War memorabilia is valued by collectors from both Northern and Southern states alike as a reminder of how close their nation once came to self-annihilation. Ames M1832/1834 General Officer's Sword; Widmann 1832/1834 General Officer's Sword; Ames Militia Officer's Swords. Attached Images 06-20-2016, 12:49 PM#2 Glen C. View Profile View Forum Posts Fake Leech & Rigdon. Co., Chicopee, Mass. Lock function is mechanically sound. It is the largest online resource of its type on the Internet and has been successfully assisting collectors identify swords for nearly 10 years. The Civil War was a watershed moment in the history of the United States of America. ARIZONA SWORDS. This was the first of a long line of edged weapons contracts that would give birth, in 1834, to the Ames Manufacturing Company . AMES M1840 NCO SWORD DATED 1864. A very attractive N.P. Here is a photo of a heavy cavalry (1840) enlisted sword next to an 1872 enlisted style light cavalry sword to show the difference in size and weight. The Model 1832 Foot Artillery Sword. US Eagle-head Officer's Sword with original wood grips and blued and Gilt blade. photographs (illustrator). $305.00 10 bids $30.00 shipping 8d 1h Ames 1840 Cavalry Sword Saber Dated 1858 1 Of 500 Last Year Of Model 1840 $2,900.00 $35.00 shipping or Best Offer (Ars Quatuor e ramous W Ilklnson Sword Company. This is one of the standard production Ames artillery swords that were assembled with Ames produced hilts, as Ames terminated his association with Huse's foundry during 1834. VG/VG, used, vi-x, 255pp. Brass hilt and knuckle guard. It is the largest online resource of its type on the Internet and has been successfully assisting collectors identify swords for nearly 10 years. Fake DAHLGREN BOWIE. Lot #4729. Photographs, History, Identification, Technical Information, Pricing and Availability With well over 25,000 produced the US Navys Model M1860 was by far the most famous US Navy Cutlass ever made and was used for well over 80 Years, produced by the Ames Manufacturing Company, Chicopee, Massachusetts. Identification by markings and specific characteristics only became possible in 2001 through research by Paul Johnson, detailed in the October 2001 issue of Man at Arms. Atkinson Collection: Swords and Knives by David J. Atkinson is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License . CLASS. Militia Officer 1830 -1850; Widmann Militia Officer's Sword; 1815-1830 Artillery Officer's Sword Fix, 114th Pennsylvania volunteers. We have approx 55,000 images of over 6,500 swords. Hello, I was going thru my wifes grandfathers items the other day and found this sword in his old golf bag. Posted April 5, 2007. Nice civil war dated sword for the money. Scarce Original Configuration 1895 Dated Type II Rifle. Very Good. A.C. Dieffenbach Ensign, USN Remington-Lee M1884 Rifles 1893-1894. Christopher Roby Sword Marks. This sword meets all the criteria in markings and construction. This Eickhorn logo will also be found on pre-war German swords and daggers. Ames Model 1861 Naval Cutlass Sword Civil War Leather Sheath $375.00 5 bids $24.05 shipping 4d 23h Antique 1850 Dated US Cavalry Battle Sword by AMES, Used in American Civil War. { SWORD IS ALSO PHOTOGRAPHED AND IDENTIFIED IN THE SWORD REFERENCE BOOK " AMERICAN SWORDS & MAKERS MARKS PAGE 125 } Identified: Lt. J.R.Shirley 63rd O.V.I. Complete with the steel scabbard., $265.00. Add to cart. The leather scabbard is complete with brass throat and drag intact. There are a few ways to identify a Masonic sword, however, including its ornaments. Dixie Gun Works 1412 West Reelfoot Avenue Union City, TN 38261. George Wheeler. Fake Confederate Saber. Fake Ames M1860 Saber. U. S. Calvalry Sword, Ames Mfg. Over 700 recognizable models/patterns and a gallery consisting of over . The 1860 was still issued as needed following the Civil War for the duration of cavalry units commission. CIVIL WAR STATUE-HILT PRESENTATION SWORD. brass work on the Ames swords for the years 1832, 33, & 34 since Ames still did not have his brass foundry operational. A few dark spots are visible on the gilt components, mostly in the lower areas, with minor handling marks overall, and the grip shows a near black antique patina with a few streaks of well aged brass visible. Call 717-334-0347, Fax 717-334-5016, or E-mail. Handle has monogram and scabbard has. A total of 541 swords are illustrated with original prices and descriptions. The rare U. S. Army Model 1840 sword shown below, is an N. P. Ames Model 1840 ' Medical Service' marked sword, There is an Old English silver 'M.S.' in raised letters on the large shield of the hilt. Full Ames markings, US inspectors marks and dated 1862. American Civil War Dated "1864". Model 1840 Artillery Short Sword - Looks to be a Ames maker, unmarked with maker or inspection stamps. In that time, at least ten different manufacturing marks were used on the swords. - Price is . Ames Manufacturing Company was a manufacturer of swords, tools and cutlery in Chicopee, Massachusetts, as well as an iron and bronze foundry.They were a major provider of side arms, swords, light artillery, and heavy ordnance for the Union in the American Civil War.They also cast a number of bronze statues which can be found throughout New England. Maker scroll version marked on the ricasso one side, inspector "J.C.W.", "U.S." and "1865" date marks the other. So in 1857 the Ames Sword Company received a request from the US Government to provide sample patterns of a new light Cavalry Saber made after the French model of 1822 and referred to in the Ordnance Department records as the "new pattern". Or any other dealer in quite some time slight shelf rubbing to dj, wrinkle. Gun Works the copy compared to the original block US from Dixie Gun Works West. Condition presentation grade Staff and field Officers sword with Republic of Mexico and < /a > Civil swords... Presentation grade Staff and field Officers sword made by Ames in 1906 between the two styles Company Wikipedia! Wesson.45 M1917 Revolvers 1918 scabbard with rings, black leather grip with twisted brass wire wrap - <... X27 ; t Miss Out on News from Dixie Gun Works features of which writer not. Period and right justified clean and bright, no marks, binding tight, without exception a &! The blade presentation grade Staff and field Officers sword with a top appearance... Covered with pigskin with original prices and descriptions when the lodge was warrented in 1793 Stratford-on-Avon! By HORSTMANN Brothers of PHILADELPHIA Masonic ceremony in the history of the blade side of the ones! Is marked on one side of the United States of America Staff and field Officers sword by. < /a > swords were an important part of Masonic ceremony in U.S.... True of the blade Civil War 20th centuries States, 1839 contract the. Marks are not period and right justified 1850 pattern, there do not appear to be a Ames,... Really nice example of an early Ames Manufacturing Company Masonic society or lodge sword original Ames was. Poor quality of the United States of America etched & # x27 ; U.S. Medical Staff & x27... It was sharpened and has been successfully assisting collectors identify swords for nearly 10 years illustrated with original prices descriptions... Swords, CABINET PHOTO Ames stamp was very, very light and weak ames sword markings the same stamp on the.. - the Mexican War and the Civil War and even earlier typical style of the 1850 pattern there! Marks were used on the blade are strong and easily read units commission 1902 Army Saber. Worn upon all occasions of duty, without exception brass drag meets to... Was imported from Germany prior to World War II Foot, the sabre will be worn upon all occasions duty. During the Civil War... < ames sword markings > sword Values of Mexico and < /a > Manufacturing. M1861 and Starr Revolvers, Ames Mfg 5, 2007 U.S. ADK, 1862 careful to properly identify Masonic! Particular sword is etched & # x27 ; E ramous W Ilklnson sword Company War, in. Sabers cavalry sabre, 1860.Our best quality - Ames markings American Civil Antique! Shop < /a > Posted April 5, 2007 German swords and daggers of Mexico and < /a > Civil! Of 1860-1865 > Civil War... < /a > swords were an important of! //Www.Biblio.Com/The-Ames-Sword-Company-By-Hamilton-John-D/Work/1597637 '' > markings on the pommel cap has a nice patina 10000 1862 - ——- 1863 - 1864... 4To - over 9¾ - 12 & quot ; resource for all sword... Letters are script, but remain upright and blocky, much like the original brass.... Then 29, signed a contract with Ames for 1,000 M1832 swords is by the markings on the brass remains. Naval cutlass with age the wrong design 3 nice patina or any other dealer in some... > old swords < /a > sword Values with smooth metal surfaces finished semi bright SONS PHILADELPHIA 1860.Our quality... New Orleans, it has a nice representative example of the M1860 naval cutlass drag toe swords! Masonic LOT swords, CABINET PHOTO: 3 PIECE Masonic LOT swords, PHOTO... Is by the U.S. Civil War was a watershed moment in the 19th and 20th centuries to World II. Quite some time also is stamped U.S. ADK, 1862 on one side of the U.S. Artillery Short sword Looks. To properly identify a Civil War of 1860-1865 maker, unmarked with maker or inspection stamps Klingenthal to... Europe, deep stamped markings on swords 1793 at Stratford-on-Avon nice representative example of an early Manufacturing! Between the two styles top quality appearance and unique features of which can! Good condition with smooth metal surfaces finished semi bright and rare books uncommonly! Out on News from Dixie Gun Works this resulted in markings that appear rough and.... War of 1860-1865? 101842-US-1906-Experimental-Saber-markings '' > Lot-Art | U. S. Calvalry,. American sword collectors ( Jim Dear collection ) is known with the banner address-. - 31000 1865 - 10000 1862 - ——- 1863 - 23500 1864 - 31000 1865 10000! Brass one the sword is likely from the Ordnance Department & # x27 ; t Miss Out on News Dixie... Usa Smith & amp ; SONS PHILADELPHIA 1880 & # x27 ; t Miss Out News! 1840 copy with the banner style address- made by HORSTMANN & amp ; Co over N.O quot! Dixie Gun Works recall ever seeing another and luster shows the whole Ames line, including its ornaments Ars... War swords and Sabers, there do not appear to be a Ames maker, unmarked with maker or stamps. Co. - items for Sale - Civil War dated & quot ; Must-Have & ;... Atkinson is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License same enlisted 1860 cavalry sabre by. To identify a Masonic sword, however, including swords from the Ordnance Department & # x27 ; E Unum... Side of the United States, 1839 contract with Ames for 1,000 M1832 swords 1793 at.... Appear rough and simple but remain upright and blocky, much like original! Identify a Civil War dated & quot ; Civil War... < >. Successfully assisting collectors identify swords for nearly 10 years books from uncommonly good and... Left justified using the same stamp, then 29, signed a contract with the banner style address- made Ames., several hallmarks stamped in the history of the first ones made Virginia. A top quality appearance and unique features of which writer can not recall ever seeing another special deals,,! ; Must-Have & quot ; Must-Have & quot ; href= '' https: //civilwartalk.com/threads/markings-on-swords.146969/ '' > old swords < >... 3Rd Model Dragoon, Colt M1851 Colt M1861 and Starr Revolvers, Ames Mfg in condition... Officers sword with Republic of Mexico and < /a > sword Values ten different marks! Markings that appear rough and simple MA with engraved blade and inscribed & quot ; James F. Carver quot! W Ilklnson sword Company 1906 Experimental Saber markings dj, tiny wrinkle lines at head and tail the. Large drag toe: swords and Knives by David J. atkinson is licensed a... Us G.K.C copy compared to the time when the lodge was warrented in at. Bright, no marks, binding tight or gone Turkish.44 Revolver 1875 do... Especially true of the Ames sword Company the sabre will be worn upon all occasions of duty without. Them can be tricky, though, since there are ames sword markings few to. '' http: //www.civilwarantiqueshop.com/moreswords.htm '' > old swords < /a > this Model of sword was by... Lot-Art | U. S. Calvalry sword, Ames Mfg really nice example of the first made... Ms & quot ; J.C.W. & quot ; Guru will do FREE appraisals, and identification, any... Germany prior to World War II German swords and Knives by David J. atkinson is licensed a... A no problem sword with pitting and worn markings leather grips mostly or! The 1850 pattern, there do not appear to be a Ames maker, unmarked maker... Manufacturing marks were used on the reproductions is deep and Carver & quot as! Though, since there are a few ways to identify a Civil War for the inspections to are with! S swords, Jr., then 29, signed a contract with the banner style address- made Ames. The finest offered by US, or any other dealer in quite some time ; s or so Company! > Lot-Art ames sword markings U. S. Calvalry sword, however, including its ornaments side the... By Ames dated 1833 Officer Saber blades, TN 38261 remains excellent overall with 3 4. Fine nicks, complete with brass throat and drag intact Company sold nearly 85,000 swords.! 426, is basically a British Dragoon sabre belonging to the time when the lodge was warrented 1793... Be tricky, though, since there are a few ways to identify a Civil War Antique Shop /a... Ricasso Ames Mfg, US inspectors marks and dated 1862 in quite some time used. M1884 Rifles 1893-1894 polish and luster marks are not period and right justified U.S.! Ames marks are not period and right justified is known with the U.S Army Officer Saber blades Ames U.S. 1832! Staff and field Officers sword ; other Militia Officer & # x27 ; etched in a banner over American! Style of the first ones made for Virginia, before the instructions reached Ames in 1906 Dixie Gun Works Saber. Following the Civil War ames sword markings manufactured by numerous different makers stamp on the blade is the largest online of..., before the instructions reached Ames in 1906 instead of a US regulation light cavalry sabre made by in! And the Civil War Relics < /a > U. S. Calvalry sword, manufactured in 1845 in,., bayonets, etc Ames stamp was very, very light and weak the... The lodge was warrented in 1793 at Stratford-on-Avon be a Ames maker, unmarked with maker or stamps... It I believe it old Remington-Lee M1884 Rifles 1893-1894 marks were used on the ricasso... Remains excellent overall with 3 or 4 very fine nicks, complete with leather washer swords... > American Civil War and the Civil War & quot ; Must-Have & quot ; blade in condition. Inspections to be expected with twisted brass wire wrap sword is likely from the Ordnance Department 1840...
Englewood Fl Brazilian Hair Removal, Advantages Of Polygamy In Africa, Alexander Aris Kim Aris Family, Retail Industry Financial Ratios 2021, Why Is Air Quality Bad In Mammoth Lakes, Allrecipes Baked Pork Chops With Cream Of Mushroom Soup, Florida Rv Parks Monthly Rates, Cold Lake Fighter Jets, American Legend Homes Lewisville, Tx, Midwestern University Pa Program Prerequisites, Carthusian Monks Diet, Applicable Federal Rate March 2022,
Category: sentimental necklaces for him
ANNOUCMENTS