US CIVIL WAR PRESENTATION GRADE M1850 STAFF & FIELD OFFICER SWORD BY HORSTMANN.

US CIVIL WAR PRESENTATION GRADE M1850 STAFF & FIELD OFFICER SWORD BY HORSTMANN. Double etched blade that is decorated with panels that feature patriotic and foliate motifs for over half its length. The sword is maker marked using acid etching on the obverse ricasso and reads "W.H. / Horstmann / & Sons / PHILADELPHIA" above the Weyersberg king head mark. Spine is marked "Iron Proof". Blade exhibits a light gray patina with scattered blemishes and freckling. Standard Staff and Field configuration with open scrollwork and the letters "US" on the guard, laurel leaves engraved on pommel, and tiered cap. Center swelled, grooved wood grip to accommodate twisted brass wire over the rayskin wrap. Hilt exhibits a pleasing patina. Complete with metal scabbard that features scalloped brass mounts and engraved carry ring mounts. The mounts exhibit a pleasing patina with dents on the drag. Scabbard body exhibits scattered pitting, light dents, and areas of finish loss. CONDITION: Good. Item Dimensions: L: 38 - 1/2" Name Value Blade Length 31 - 1/2" Overall Length 37 - 1/2", Item Dimensions:, Name, Value, Blade Length, 31 - 1/2", Overall Length, 37 - 1/2"

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