Original U.S. Spanish-American War Era Army Officer's M1860 Dress Parade Sword by M.C. Lilley 17th Century ” Hutton wrote—were prone to

” Hutton wrote—were prone to disintegration

Inside the rear mechanism silver lid is inscribed 'Rosette'

the Engineers did what was possible

The wood grip bears an oval silver escutcheon plate on which is engraved a "Fouled Anchor” over the initials W

Model: 10609

Original U.S. Spanish-American War Era Army Officer's M1860 Dress Parade Sword by M.C. Lilley 17th Century ” Hutton wrote—were prone toOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is the standard U. S. Staff and Field Officer's Dress or Parade Sword Model 1860, a pattern first used during the Civil War, which was in service until 1902. This example however is a particularly upmarket version, with and etched nickel plated blade and many high end gilt brass alloy appointments. Officer's were usually responsible for purchasing their own dress swords, so they varied considerably in quality