Lot 1282
1840 Infantry Officer Sword
Sold July 9, 2026
- Price realized
- $350
Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.
About this lot
Manufacturer: F. W. Widmann of Philadelphia
Dimensions: Approx. with Scabbard: 33 1/2″
Condition: Leather Scabbard has Mild Dry Rot and Patina, Bone Handle has Chipping Towards the Bottom of the Tang Where it Butts Up to the Eagle Head, Blade and Guard have Patina
Additional Information: Forged in the proud workshops of Frederick William Widmann, this Model 1840 Infantry Officer’s Sword stands as more than a weapon—it is a surviving symbol of American martial craftsmanship. Fashioned in Philadelphia during the golden age of military sword making, the blade reflects the precision, elegance, and patriotic spirit that made Widmann one of the most respected sword makers of the 19th century. With its balance of battlefield authority and ceremonial grace, this sword carries the legacy of the officers who wore it through an era that shaped the nation itself.
Lot details
- Lot
- 1282
- Category
- Historical Objects › Militaria › Edged Weapons › Field Gear
- Closed
- July 9, 2026
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