^Lot 3049 CIVIL WAR ERA D GUARD BOWIE KNIFE.

Overall length: 22". Blade length: 17". Plain blade with a 3 1/2" clipped point. Simple iron hilt with straight crossguard that swells at the blade. Classic downturned quillon area. Plain D guard knuckle bow. Wood grip. No sheath. CONDITION: blade has a dark overall patina with some scattered shallow pitting, particularly near the hilt. The hilt has a similar patina with visible oxidation throughout. The grip is heavily worn and is approx. 70% complete. (02-20065/BF). $800-1,300.