Measuring 36 1/2 inches overall, with a 31 3/4 inch blade, this sword bears a strong resemblance to an example seen on page 106 of "The American Sword 1775-1945" by Peterson. The Peterson example is described as "Artillery Officer's Sword, 1810-1820", a British import with a blade length typically around 28 inches. It's exact use is a matter of speculation, with likely suspects being the artillery and militia-organized cavalry/dragoon units. The blade is curved and single fullered, with no false edge, a flat spine, fine niter blue running half the length, and gold washed wire etched American patriotic motifs. Fine sculpted decoration is present on the gilt brass hilt, with deeply cut scrollwork on the languets and pierced-through stirrup guard, a sharply checkered grip, and a finely rendered horse head pommel. The scabbard is also gilt brass, with a trimmed drag and sculpted scroll suspension rings.

Fine. The blade shows patches of heavy spotting and wear, with over 70% of the niter blue and gilt finishes. The guard is dented in at the bottom, with a crack in the rear ricasso and mild wear. The grip shows a few age cracks, attractive color and grain, and sharp checkering. The scabbard is also fine with 75% gilt and large dent visible on the side, near the drag.