#77 • Kenansville Cavalry Saber By Louis Froelichs Confederate States Armory Seize by Private Henry Baumer

Part of The Ray Howser Firearms Collection, 1931-2026 (timed auction by Lewis & Grant Auctions)

Starting at $2,500.00

Status: Available

Live bidding starts Nov 20, 2026 10:00 AM EST

34.5" curved blade with single fuller, Leather and brass wire wrapped handle.  Brass three branch guard with brass pommel.  Metal scabbard with brass throat, and brass bands with carrying rings.  Missing one ring. The guard is nicely and naturally aged over the years. The leather on the handle is scuffed. The brass wire is still in tact.  The blade is a shiny gray with a blending of brown patina and some staining.  This sword was captured by Henry Baumer Private of Captain George Wakerlew's Company E 9th Regiment of Cavalry Missouri State Militia.  Private Baumer mustered out on 22 June 1863. This unit was involved in Battle of Memphis, MO, Battle of Moore's Mill,  Battle of Kirksville, Battle of Compton's Ferry, Battle of the little Blue, Battle of the Big Blue, Battle of Westport,  Battle of Maris Des Cygnes, Battle of Mine Creek, Battle of Marmiton River.  Capture by Private Henry Baumer, and brought home where in remain in his family until this offering. A solid Civil War Confederate saber with documented history and provenance.