Model 1860 Cavalry Saber

Description:

Model 1860 Cavalry Saber, c. 1863, brass hilt, wooden grip (leather and wire missing),steel blade marked "AMES," and a steel scabbard, blade lg. 34 1/2, overall lg. 41 in.

Provenance: The collection of David F. Post.
Estimate $300-500

Leather and wire missing from the grip, blade is in good condition, and the scabbard has some light wear but in overall good condition.


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