CIVIL WAR PRESENTATION CAVALRY OFFICERS SWORD: Ornate presentation quality 1860 cavalry officers sword with brass hilt with traces of gilt remaining in protected areas, engraved on side of knuckle guard ''W.T.T. MD.'' of the period, unidentified Maryland officer worthy of further research. Rayskin grip with partial twist wire present. 35 1/4'' German import Schnitzler & Kirschbaum double fuller blade with military motif etching. All metal japanned black scabbard with engraved brass mounts, overall measures 41 3/4'' long.
CONDITION: Age staining to blade, pitting to scabbard.