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AMES M1850 FIELD & STAFF OFFICER'S SWORD

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AMES M1850 FIELD & STAFF OFFICER'S SWORD
AMES M1850 FIELD & STAFF OFFICER'S SWORD
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Family states as belonging to Harry Appel of Clermont Co., Ohio. This fine example of an Ames sword is marked on the blue steel scabbard "Ames Mfg.Co. Chicopee, Mass.". The sword is 38" long with cast brass hilt with single piece of quillion, guard with "US", knuckle bow and pommel. Grip is wire wrapped shark skin and blade has etched patriotic motifs. The 33.75" scabbard has gilt brass throat, top band, middle band, each with carrying ring and drag. It is rare to find a marked scabbard in this fine a condition with over 90% original bluing. Minor wear.
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AMES M1850 FIELD & STAFF OFFICER'S SWORD

Estimate $600 - $1,000
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Starting Price $300
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