C003492 U.S. CIVIL WAR UNION M1860 LIGHT CAVALRY SABER & SCABBARD.
BACKGROUND:
Almost all regulation swords used by the Union were patterned after those employed by the French army. Whereas officer’s swords were often European made, those for enlisted men were domestically produced. This pattern enlisted man’s light cavalry saber and scabbard was first approved in 1856, produced in 1857, and became the most common example of the Civil War period, afterwards referred to as the "Model 1860."PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: Nice condition, showing field service,with a nice mellow patina to the brass hilt and smooth pommel cap showing no dings from attempts to take it apart or tighten the blade. The wire binding on the grip is complete and in place. The leather wrap is in excellent condition. The blade pad is in place under the guard. The blade has a good edge and point. The reverse ricasso is marked: "Mansfield/ & / Lamb / Forrestdale RI" in an oval cartouche showing some wear at either end, but with no doubt about the mark. The obverse is inspected and dated: "U.S. / JH / 1862". Scabbard measures approximately 36.5" (93cm), which is made of iron to better absorb the wear against a horse’s flanks, throat is not present, two rings and loops, and a drag.
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