Vintage U. S. Civil War 1861-1865 Staff Officer's Knight's Templar Sword

This saber was custom made and has an acid-etched blade adorned with various Tudor motifs. The Saber's history indicates that it was used on battlefields, however which one(s) at this time is unknown. The blade is engraved with various markings, such as the Bald Eagle (symbol of the federal government), Tudor-style half-timbered patterns, floral scroll motifs, and a "rising sun" etching on the head of the blade.

There is some chipping in the blade following its use on an unknown battlefield. The handle/guard is adorned with a Tudor Rose, a pommel in the style of a "Phrygian" helmet, a Knight's Templar-style cross guard adorned with two more Tudor Roses arranged in the shape of daggers, and a still well intact handle following its heavy use.

It's a wonderful antique and collectible, but I believe it will be better in the hands of someone who may appreciate the significance of this incredibly unique sword more than I. I just want to be transparent about that for you folks. Please note: there is one defect in this sword. This is a very delicate item and should be treated as such.

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