31 1/4 inch curved blade (measured along the spine) with scroll and U.S. martial etching, "W. HORSTMANN/& SONS/PHILADELPHIA" on the right ricasso, "IRON PROOF" at the base of the spine, and a crowned figure hallmark on the left ricasso. The hilt is gilded brass and has floral and "US" designs on the pierced guard, gold sword knot, and golden wire wrapped sharkskin grip. The scabbard has a blackened body and gilded brass furniture.