Bidspirit auction | U.S. Civil War Naval Officer's

U.S. Civil War Naval Officer's Sword - American US Civil War naval officers sword. Battle tested sword with noticeable points of contact to the blade. Single edge with a wide shallow fuller. Etched to the blade now illegible after polishing from use. Etched American Eagle to one side. Pierced and gilt openwork brass crossguard reading ”USN” surrounded by acorns. Guard with a single downturned quillion. D-Shaped hand guard formed with an eagle to one end. Fitted pommel with an American bald eagle. Leather grip with gilt brass twister wide. Size 34 1/2” L, blade 28 1/2” L Ex-US Collection