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Swords Used by the Officers Priced at Over $750
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Pretty Civil War Etched Blade Foot Officer's Sword & Scabbard by Ames
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Here is a very pretty sword! This foot officer's sword is an superb piece of history! This one was made by the most famous of all Civil War manufacturers, the Ames Sword Company of Chicopee, Massachusetts. It is clearly marked by them on the scabbard as well as being etched on the blade. The blade is full-length at 30-1/2 inches with gorgeous etching from the factory still present. It is accentuated with floral and geometric designs. On the back side of the blade it has the bold large "US" letters. The brass of the handguard and pommel cap has the traces of the original gold gilding in the protected that displays beautifully. It has 70% of the original sharkskin grip intact with beautiful untouched gray color. Each strand of the original double twist brass wire is present with a pleasing look. The sword is accompanied by the original leather and brass scabbard. The scabbard has beautiful color all over with some gold gilding still remaining on the brass. The Ames mark is clear as a bell on the top mount. It is a wonderful piece of history from the premiere maker of edged weapons from the Civil War.
Item #: C1856 (Sold)
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