U.S. Eagle Head Sword War of 1812 or Later

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ANTIQUE U.S. EAGLE HEADED SWORD

War of 1812?

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Offered is a 27" straight blade, eagle headed War of 1812 sword. It's double edged blade has no engravings or markings as was sometimes the practice. The silvered brass, bone or antler, hilt has a stirrup-form knuckle-guard with a large flared cross-guard that has a shield with the crest of the American eagle.

The forward arm of the knuckle guard is bent slightly forward which has loosened the rear peg and pommel. That sword should be straightened by an expert and the handle tightened on its shaft. As is, in a static display this is not noticed. The blade's surface is smooth, untouched, with very little age spotting or imperfections. There is a black spot adjacent to the cross guard and two minor blemishes towards the point. The companion brass scabbard with frog is in excellent condition.

Overall length of the sword without scabbard is 33 3/4", with scabbard 35".

This is a nice example of an eagle headed War of 1812 American sword at a reasonable price

Detail of eagle head obverse

Detail of eagle head reverse

DIMENSIONS: Sword 33 3/4" long overall. 29" blade length. Max width of blade 3/4" In scabbard 35" Weight 2 lbs

Close up of shell guard and American Eagle shield

Reverse of guard

OUR UNCONDITIONAL GUARANTEE: If not completely satisfied with your purchase it may be returned, if without damage, within three days of receipt in its original condition and packaging. Returns must be insured for their full value. All that is required is a prior email authorization by us for the return. Unfortunately, no refund can be made for the cost of shipping, packaging and handling unless we are at fault.