Manufactured c. the 1840s, this U.S. infantry/artillery officer's sword shows many of the defining attributes of American military swords that remained widely popular from the period of the War of 1812 to just prior to the American Civil War. These themes, such as the eagle head pommel, neo-classical themes, and patriotic motifs are seen throughout this piece, making it an incredible example of period art in arms. It measures 34 3/4 inches overall with a 29 3/4 inch blade. The blade is extensively etched with floral, classical, and martial motifs, with the lower third of the blade nitre blued with gilt accents. The hilt is gilt brass with extensive relief floral motifs, a recurved D-shaped guard with a matching embellished chappe on each side, and ending in an ornate relief eagle's head. The grip is of antique ivory carved with spiral fluting and fan motifs. The included scabbard is of gilt brass with engraving featuring floral motifs, an eagle between the lockets, and a Phrygian cap topped pike near the chappe.

Excellent, the blade mostly bright, retaining almost all of the nitre blue and gilt finishes, with some scattered light patches/spotting of grey patina and the etching crisp overall. The hilt is very fine retaining almost all of the bright gilt finish with some light high spot wear. The shrunken grip is fine with a moderate chip absent from the left and a few hairline age cracks. The scabbard is excellent retaining most of the original gilt finish, a few minor dings, and crisp engraving overall. An exceptionally attractive sword that would make an incredible addition to your U.S. military collection!