Measuring 38 inches overall with a 32 inch curved double fuller blade, the general layout of the sword follows the Civil War era "Staff & Field" officer's pattern, though with a much higher degree of fit, finish and embellishment. No maker's marks are present on the blade, with "IRON PROOF" etched onto the spine (often seen on Solingen blades produced on order for American jewelers and silversmiths), a 3 1/4 inch panel of etched and gold washed scrollwork above the ricasso on either side, and a 7 1/2 inch panel of martial and patriotic themes further up. The guard and pommel are cast and sculpted brass with a gilt finish, with a "screaming eagle" quillion, double sided oak leaf and acorn motifs between the guard branches, a raised American Eagle motif on the back of the pommel, and a 5/8 inch long faceted orange stone surrounded by 16 smaller round cut purple stones on the pommel cap. The grip is cast silver, with a triple-strand brass wire wrap. The scabbard is nickel finished overall with gold washed brass fittings, which are decorated with repeating scroll and patriotic motifs. The tip is adorned with a raised and sculpted American Sergeant, standing with a fixed bayonet before two flags joined by a laurel wreath, the middle suspension band is engraved "US" on the back and shows a raised array of arms on the front, and the upper band has a pair of blank inscription panels and a raised American Eagle design, along with a set of thick twisted wire rings.

Very fine. The blade is bright overall, with some spotting, gray patina and mild pitting concentrated at the upper third of the blade, with solid decoration and etching. The hilt is very good, with well aged antique brass visible along the edges, a few dark spots and mild handling marks. A small casting void is present in the beak of the eagle, and the decorative stones are all solid. The scabbard is very good, with a few dents and handling marks.