Bidspirit auction | Scarce 1862 US ”Connecticut” marked

Scarce 1862 US ”Connecticut” marked Civil War Artillery - Scarce 1862 US ”Connecticut” marked Civil War Artillery Sword by AMES Mfg.Very nice clean example of the Civil War era US Artillery saber, with its curved large fullered blade marked to the Ames Manufacturer on one side of ricasso, the other side with struck CONN. and early war date 1862. With its brass hilt mounts having struck 59 marking to the D-guard, leather covered grip complete with original wire. Very good condition overall with nice smooth patina and light wear consistent with the age, complete with its original steel scabbard hallmarked 85 near the throat. Total length including scabbard ( when scabbard is present) - 39.5”. Length of the blade - 32”.