Original made by the Ames Manufacturing Company of Chicopee Massachusetts in 1865, this 1860 model US cavalry sword is in exceptionally good condition. Maker scroll version marked on the ricasso one side, inspector J.
" and "1865 date marks the other. The pommel is stamped G. The 34.75 blade is in good and it firm in the hilt, which along with the grip is also firm. The grip leather is a little worn in places, the ring bindings are complete. The scabbard is in very good condition with some patina and small dents.
The item "Ames 1860 Model Cavalry Sword dated 1865 US Civil War" is in sale since Sunday, October 14, 2018. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Militaria\Civil War (1861-65)\Original Period Items\Edged Weapons". The seller is "antiques-bazaar" and is located in Charlotte, North Carolina.This item can be shipped worldwide.