![]() The reverse motifs include similar geometric patterns, a leafy spray, a stand of arms without naval motifs, and the same floral and oak leaf acorn spray as the obverse. Above this is a leafy spray and an oak leaf and acorn spray. ![]() The motifs within the stand of arms include an eagle with upswept wings above a shield with USN on it, a stand of pikes, and a masthead with banner and stars. The motifs on the obverse blade include geometric patterns, a grape leaf spray, a floral spray and a large stand of arms. The blade spine is etched with floral sprays and inscribed Manuf de Klingenthal. The obverse ricasso is stamped with a crown over B within an oval and an S within a shield. The hilt is identical to that of the cavalry sabre shown on pp 262 and 263 of John Thillmans book Civil War Cavalry and Artillery Sabers The blade the double fullered curved blade isy long - 36 inches. The knuckle-bow is elaborately chased with floral designs, as is the quillon that is attached to the guard by an oak leaf. ![]() The obverse is dominated by an eagle on a shield with a band of stars above and flanked by flags and leafy sprays. The guard is an open half basket with cutouts on the obverse and reverse. The hand formed grip is snakeskin wrapped with triple gilded wire. The pommel top is a simple cap surrounded by deeply chased oak leaves with the head of Neptune at its rear. It is a French (Klingenthal) made presentation grade cavalry officers sword with naval motifs including USN on the blade. This sword is totally out of character for a naval officer but nevertheless was worn by one. Cavalry Sword Worn By Naval Officer (Book Plate 2.87)
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