M 1840 Cavalry Officer Saber - Ames Springfield - Preview
The finest known. M1840 Cavalry Officer Saber - Ames Springfield.
Manufactured: Springfield Mass
Maker: N. P. Ames Cutler
Year: 1843-1858
Model: M 1840 Cavalry Offc Saber
Size: 35.75
Condition: VG
1840 Cavalry Officer Saber - Ames Springfield. Really a stunning example of this rare saber. Guard still retains 99% gilt. Leather wrap and wire are excellent as well. Blade retains full polish and frost. Obverse blade etch NP Ames Cutler Springfield / stand of arms - flags - liberty cap / Eagle with EPU ribbon and rays above / foliate. Reverse blade etch foliate - flags / US / foliate - mounted officer / foliate - Tecumseh. Scabbard is bright but is taking on a nice gray patina and still has original leather liner in the throat. This is a super rare saber in mint condition that is missing from most collections.
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