#98 • Presentation Officers Pattern 1840 Sword to Lieutenant Simpson P. Moses

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

Starting at $500.00

Status: Available

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

33" spear point blade, with etched panels of Military Motifs. Lieutenant Simpson P. Moses was a prominent early American pioneer, military figure, and political administrator. Originally from Ohio, he was commissioned as a Lieutenant in the local militia before making the dangerous trek westward. In May 1851, President Millard Fillmore officially commissioned Moses as the first U.S. Collector of Customs for the newly formed Puget Sound District in the Oregon Territory.   Brass guard, handle and pommel. A hallmark on the ricasso of the maker.  The sword with an engraved inscription on the top of the shell guard plate "Presented To 1st LT Simpson P. Moses by His Cincinnati Friends July 1847".  1st Lt Simpson served as the Quartermaster of Company D Regiment Of Ohio Volunteers, Served in Pueblo Mexico From an Ohio Regiment.  The blade is in very good condition with some staining.  The etched panels are clear and visible. The handle has nice dark patina.  The inscription is sharp and crisp.  This is a very good Mexican War Presentation sword.