US Civil War M1850 Foot Officer Sword

Offered for sale is a U.S. Model 1850 Foot Officer's Presentation Sword, dating to the American Civil War period and complete with its leather scabbard. This is a beautiful and historically significant example of a Civil War-era officer's sword, displaying elegant presentation-quality craftsmanship throughout. The sword features a finely etched blade, a leather-covered scabbard with brass fittings, and a sharkskin grip wrapped with twisted brass wire. French inspection and maker's markings are clearly visible, indicating that the sword was likely manufactured in France for the American market, as many high-quality officer's swords of the Civil War era were imported from renowned French makers. Features: U.S. Model 1850 Foot Officer's Sword American Civil War era Presentation-grade officer's sword Etched blade Leather scabbard with brass fittings Sharkskin grip with twisted wire wrap French maker and inspection marks Likely French-made export for the U.S. market Historic American military edged weapon Excellent collector and display appeal Condition: The sword remains in very good antique condition with honest age-related wear consistent with its age and historical use. The blade retains strong etched decoration, attractive patina, and excellent overall presentation. The hilt remains solid, with the sharkskin grip and twisted wire wrap well preserved. The leather scabbard is in very good condition, retaining its brass mounts and displaying beautiful age-related character. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description and condition details. An increasingly difficult-to-find Civil War presentation-grade M1850 Foot Officer's Sword, especially with French markings and its leather scabbard, making it an outstanding addition to any advanced collection of American Civil War militaria or antique edged weapons.