1864 AMES MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SABER: Brass hilt with inspector mark JH on pommel. Original leather and twist wire grip. 34 3/4'' blade with leather washer, marked on ricasso Ames Mfg. Co., Chichopee Mass, marked verso US, C.E.W., 1864. Metal scabbard, overall measures 42 1/2'' long.
CONDITION: Dark patina, age stains and minor chips to blade. Typical dings and pitting to scabbard.