Lot 257:
A U.S. M 1860 STAFF & FIELD OFFICERS SWORD
Description
The regulation hilt with characteristic folding counterguard, gilt overall with grip wrap and wires intact. Straight, double-edged blade elaborately etched overall with U.S. and signed by the makers, BAKER & MCKENNEY N.Y. In its nickeled scabbard with gilded mounts. Second half of the 19th century. Nickel well worn. Overall length 93.5cm./ 36 7/8 inches. Condition III
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