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Object Name
Sword, Scabbard, Belt
Object Number
ca1900-28-5 a-c
Description
A: Sword has iron blade, diamond cross section. Brass hilt has two solid disked guards, one hinged for carrying comfort. Rigid guard has great eagle motif. Single closed knuckle bow and brass pommel with eagle and seal. Grip is wound with copper wire. Gold braid sash tied to grip. B: Scabbard is nickle based metal with brass throat and tip. Two rings for belt attachment C: Belt is black leather with square brass buckle with great eagle design. Brass clip on strip attached to belt will fasten to scabbard
Category
Tools and Equipment for Science and Technology
Date Made
ca. 1860
Dimensions
36" long overall; 30" long blade; scabbard 31 1/4" long
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