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U.S. NAVY MODEL 1862 OFFICER’S PRESENTATION SWORD BY I. BERNSTEIN, BROOKLYN Early 20th Century Inscribed to M.J. Lenny   Length Overall 36” long Blade 29 ¾”” long by 6/8” wide 1/4" Thick,“ Sword weighs 1 lbs. 7 oz.   Presented is a vintage M1852 named naval officer's sword by I. Bernstein of Brooklyn, NY. The blade has an etched and frosted design, and with the name. M.J. Lenny inscribed. The spine is detailed with floral leafs two thirds its length. The off white pebbled grip has the look and feel of Shagreen, but is made of high quality plastic. The wire wrap is tight. The scabbard is missing.   MARKINGS: The reverse ricasso is marked with I. Bernstein, Brooklyn. On the obverse is the military required brass slug in the center with a fleur dis lis over which is "Proved". This fine sword dates to the early 1900s as I. Bernstein only manufactured these over the first 10 to 15 years of that period. The eagle on the pommel faces right surrounded by 13 stars. Thirteen stars is what was called for by the official 1852 blade design.     The use of the officer's sword was suspended on 15 October 1942 and was not authorized officially again until 1954. Source Naval Historical and Heritage Command.         PRICE: $375.00 SHIPPING: $45.00 OUR UNCONDITIONAL NO NONSENSE GUARANTEE: If not completely satisfied with your purchase it may be returned within five days of receipt in its original packaging if without damage. Return items must be insured for their full value. Only a prior email authorization from us for the return is required. Shipping charges are included in this offer within the continental United States if an error is due to our fault.  SHIPPING & INSURED PACKING by FedEx Ground $45.00  International buyers welcome, but inquire first. We have satisfied customers worldwide.You are responsible for knowing the laws covering the import of edged weapons into your country.   Copyright 2021 by Land And Sea Collection™. All Rights Reserved.