Original U.S. Mexican-American War Era Knight’s Head Militia Officer’s Sword with Mother of Pearl Grip & Original Scabbard by Ames Mfg. Co - Circa 1830s Category_MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly He was awarded the Bronze

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Original U.S. Mexican-American War Era Knight’s Head Militia Officer’s Sword with Mother of Pearl Grip & Original Scabbard by Ames Mfg. Co - Circa 1830s Category_MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly He was awarded the BronzeOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is an absolutely stunning example of a scarce 1830s Knights Head Pommel Officers sword with a gorgeous wire wrapped mother of pearl grip and a brass chain handguard. This example was manufactured by the famed Ames Manufacturing Company out of Cabotville, Chicopee, Massachusetts. This example has a lovely etched blade and comes complete with its ornate brass scabbard. This Ames militia officers sword is in near