August 15, 2009

Lot 614
 
MODEL 1860 OFFICER'S LIGHT CAVALRY DRESS SABER.
A non-regulation design with cast brass 1/2 basket guard, eagle and stars on the counter guard, a fancy wire wrapped sharkskin handle. The blade is signed "Ridabock & Co. New York" and "Made in France proved". Has original scabbard. Rusted and pitted blade, handle and hilt and scabbard are excellent. This sword was the property of Alexander Dougherty and passed down through the family. 40"W x 4.5"H.
Estimate $500 - 750.
Realized $690.00