This is a used Pattern 1872 presentation sword, catalogued under SKU SW1315 in the swords group. The sword is attributed to N. C. Lilly and Co. of Columbus, Ohio. The blade is acid etched with patriotic themes on both sides, and the hilt is brass relief cast and gilded. The sharkskin covering is stained to a black and blue finish.

The scabbard is nickel plated with one-sided relief gilded brass mounts that carry patriotic themes. It is inscribed with a May 9, 1898 presentation date. The piece suits a collector of presentation swords or a display of historical military edged weapons, and the listing records the condition as used. Compare the etching and the scabbard mounts in the photographs before buying.

Key features

• Acid etched blade with patriotic themes
• Brass relief hilt, gilded
• Nickel plated scabbard
• Dated 1898 inscription
• SKU SW1315

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