Lot 15:
Civil War Period Presentation Sword
Description
A high-grade U.S. militia/officer’s presentation-style sword dating approximately 1860–1870, encompassing the Civil War and early Reconstruction period. Sword has a gilt-brass figural hilt, sharkskin-covered grip with twisted wire, elaborately etched and gilt straight blade, and a silver- or nickel-plated metal scabbard with heavy gilt-brass relief mounts. The blade carries a spread-winged American eagle, stars, military trophies, and elaborate gold-and-silver floral etching. The sculptural hilt employs classical and patriotic imagery, including the eagle pommel. Manufactured by Gaylord MFG, Chicopee, Mass, marked on blade. Dimensions: 30″ Blade, 38″ Overall.
Condition report:
Very good condition, blade excellent. Missing quillon block which can be made or found on some common swords
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