Lot 1077

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Description:

Limited-edition commemorative sword, an exact replica of the only known surviving sword to be owned by Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquess Cornwallis, commander of British forces during the American Revolutionary War whose surrender at Yorktown marked the end of significant hostilities in that conflict. The sword, 28 3/4" blade, 35" overall, features a hilt of sterling silver, with English silver hallmarks appearing on the "three-bar"-style handguard. The grip is wrapped with braided gold wire, and the handguard is fitted with a gold bullion and brocade portapee. The hilt shows black tarnish overall, but with no signs of damage or oxidation. The brightly-polished steel blade is marked on the spine with the limitation number "22" (out of one thousand), and bears acid-etched scenes of angels and mythological figures, interspersed with foliate motifs, along the length, ending approx. 4" from the clip-style tip. The etching shows some active rust within the crevices, and the blade is slightly loose. The sword is offered with its original wood display mount with brass explanatory plaque, along with a certificate of authenticity and additional paperwork from the U.S. Historical Society, Wilkinson's U.S. representatives.

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July 31, 2019 10:00 AM EDT
Chesapeake City, MD, US

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