AMES MODEL 1833 DRAGOON SWORD & SCABBARD: Brass hilt with wood grip, grip retains partial leather wrap. Inspector mark J.M. on quillion. 34'' blade with engraved ''United States'', Marked N. P. Ames Cutler Springfield 1836. Correct metal scabbard. 40 3/4'' l. overall.
CONDITION: Note areas of surface peppering and age staining on blade, scabbard has several dents or smiles.