Musician Sword - Rare Mexican War Dated / Sold
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Musician Sword - Inventory Number: SWO 169 / Sold
Rare Mexican War Dated
The model 1840 musician sword was intended for musicians and were ceremonial in purpose, being worn by the musicians during drill and formations. The sword could be used in a fight, but only as a weapon of last resort. Manufactured by Ames Manufacturing Company, Cabotville, Massachusetts. Marks: ricasso, MADE BY / AMES MFG CO. / Cabotville / MASS. (banner style), and US / (inspector) / 1847, additional inspector stamp on pommel. Standard features include: brass handle, grip gives the appearance of wire wrap but its integral with the handle, guard is made from two plates unadorned, hilt is single branch. No Scabbard.
Inventory Number: SWO 169 / Sold