US Mexican-American War Eagle Officer Sword

Antique American Mexican War / Pre–Civil War Eagle Head Officer’s Sword with Scabbard

Up for sale is American officer’s eagle head sword, dating to the Mexican War (1846–1848) and Pre–Civil War era. This fine example features the distinctive eagle head pommel, a popular motif among American officer’s swords in the early to mid-19th century.

Era: Mexican War / Pre–Civil War (circa 1830s–1840s)

Hilt: Ornate brass guard with detailed eagle head pommel, with bone handle

Blade: Curved single-fuller blade, decorated with etching and blade gilded and bluedshowing a beautiful patina

Scabbard: leather sheath with brass fittings and rings included, exhibiting expected wear, dents, and patina from age

Condition: Very good for its age – blade and hilt remain solid, etching still visible, scabbard complete. Honest wear                        This is a rare and historic U.S. officer’s sword carried during the Mexican War period, predating the Civil War. Its eagle head design and early manufacture make it highly collectible among American militaria and edged weapon collectors.