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U.S. M1840 Enlisted Lt. Artillery Sword, by Ames

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:150.00 USD Estimated At:NA
U.S. M1840 Enlisted Lt. Artillery Sword, by Ames
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U.S. Model 1840 Enlisted Light Artillery Sword, by Ames, 32'' bright blade, marked at ricasso ''U.S., A.D.K., 1854'' and ''Ames MFG.CO., Chicopee, Mass.'', with inspector marks ''A.D.K.'' on the drag. Overall length is 38.75''. Condition is good, with blade showing its original factory polishing with only very minor age graying and scattered stains. Handle grip is covered in leather with twisted brass wire wrapping and shows a few scuffs to the leather. Brass pommel and ''D'' guard are unmarked and have a pleasant patina. Scabbard show age graying, rust stains and light rust, and some minor pitting at the drag. A good example of a M1840 Light Artillery sword by Ames. Est.: $300-500. (Joe Poyer collection)