DAVID MYERS, 187th NY. Fancy Civil War Staff & Field officer sword with lots of embellishments that cost a lot more than the typical 1850 Staff & Field. 32.5" patriotically etched Clauberg blade, unusual full standing view of draped woman holding flag with "LIBERTY". Gilded pierced and high relief spread wing eagle in basket and on pommel face. Spiral sheet silver grip with triple brass wire wrap. German silver scabbard has raised relief gilded mounts, top one is engraved; "Presented to / Lieutenant Colonel Daniel Meyers / by the Officers of the / 187Th NYV". Daniel Meyers [Myers] (1837-1921) born of German immigrants in Buffalo, New York, enlisted May 9, 1861 into Co. "G", 21st New York Infantry. He was wounded September 30, 1862 and was promoted to captain in December. On October 10, 1864 he was commissioned Lieutenant Colonel of the 187th New York, probable date of presentation. He would muster out July 1865 in Washington, DC. He would die in Newport, Kentucky in 1921, after many years working for the Kentucky railroad. His twin brother Frank also served during the Civil War, mustering out as captain in the 12th New York Cavalry. CONDITION: very good overall, blade is shiny gray with complete 19" etched patriotic American panels. Hilt and scabbard mounts retain strong traces of gold wash, silver grip and wire wrap are complete. Scabbard is sound and well fit with a couple small dents in body. PROVENANCE: from the Lifelong Collection of Robert "Mike" Bricker. (02-22314/JS). $1,500-2,500.