Bidspirit auction | Confederate Richmond VA Sword Boyle

Confederate Richmond VA Sword Boyle Gamble 1862 - American Civil War Confederate officer’s sword marked ”Boyle & Gamble” over “1862,” with reverse stamped “Richmond, VA.” Brass hilt with knuckle bow and wire-wrapped grip, retaining original scabbard. Blade exhibits age wear and pitting consistent with period use. Boyle & Gamble operated in Richmond, Virginia during the Civil War, and this example reflects a Southern retailer-marked sword from the Confederate capital in a peak war year. Likely an imported blade sold through Richmond wartime channels. A desirable Richmond-marked Confederate-associated sword, complete with scabbard. 39 inches without scabbard, **DISPLAY NOT INCLUDED**