CSA Civil War Sword
Item shown is a Confederate sword that is about 37 inches in length with steel blade just under 1 inch wide. Handle is marked CSA and measures about 4 inches wide and 4.5 inches long. There is some movement where the blade meets the guard. Blade does have a few rough spots as shown in pictures. Sword also came with a leather pouch marked SHO (10.5x 8 x 2 inches). Shoulder strap is kinda rough and material is stiff but seems complete and has a brass bird/eagle.
Sword was purchased in 1960's in Iowa that originated from private person in North Carolina, I am probably 3rd or 4th owner.
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Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry, and I apologize for the delay. This is a considerably rare Confederate States Armory Staff Officer's Sword. It is considered one of the most sought-after Confederate swords from the Civil War. It is in distressed condition, with some degradation of the metal and leather. There are some chips in the blade, and some pitting throughout, although the corrosion is relatively stable. The brass guard has as heavy patina, but is also largely stable. The leather accessories add to this piece's rarity and value. Given the condition of this piece, and completed auctions of similar items, a fair market estimation is 31,000-33,000 dollars. This is a very special piece! Please reach out with any questions.
Bo Stuck
Hello,
I did include the pouch in my estimation, and it does add to the value of the ensemble. I did not see a serial number in any of the pictures you sent, and I do not believe it would originally have one. Swords of this era were generally not serialized, and the Confederates were not known for being particularly organized. This sword was made by Louis Froelich's CSA Arms Factory in Kenansville, North Carolina between 1862-1865.
Thanks,
Bo Stuck
Thank you for that. You mentioned based on recent auctions similar swords to mine may bring a certain amount, what or where would be a good place to find these auction places online or are these mostly in person aucitons?
thanks
Steve
Here is an example of one of the completed auctions from about 9 years ago. I did not see one with the leather accessories, so the price is adjusted accordingly, and with a consideration for the increase in collectible value over the years.
Thanks Bo for the review. Do you think the pouch adds anything or is the value you mentioned include the pouch?
Also any idea if these were serialized and was it made in North Carolina ,I was told it was but not sure?