US CIVIL WAR M1850 OFFICER'S SWORD BY C. ROBY.

US CIVIL WAR M1850 OFFICER'S SWORD BY C. ROBY. Civil War M1850 Foot Officer's Sword by Christopher Roby. Double etched blade that is decorated with frosted panels that feature patriotic and foliate motifs for over half its length. The sword is maker marked using acid etching on the obverse ricasso and reads "C. Roby & Co / W. Chelmsford / Mass.". Blade exhibits a light gray patina with scattered blemishes and freckling which is more evident toward the tip. Open scrollwork on the guard, laurel leaves engraved on pommel, and tiered cap. Center swelled, grooved wood grip to accommodate twisted brass wire over the shagreen wrap. Guard with pleasing patina over the gilding. Wire wrap is slightly loose. CONDITION: Good. Item Dimensions: L: 37 - 1/2" Name Value Blade Length 31 - 1/2" Overall Length 37 - 1/2", Item Dimensions:, Name, Value, Blade Length, 31 - 1/2", Overall Length, 37 - 1/2"

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