Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Knight's Head Smallsword by Draper, c. late 18th/early 19th century, gilt-brass hilt with knight's head pommel, pierced oval counter-guard, black horn grip with brass wire wrap, tapered triangular steel blade, blade lg. 31 3/4, overall lg. 38 in.
Provenance: From the collection of W. Scott Ferriss.
Estimate $800-1,000
Hilt has some light gilt loss, blade in bright condition with a few very light dark spots.
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