Original U.S. Exquisite G.A.R. Presentation M1860 Army Staff and Field Officer Sword with Engraved Blade Named to James J. Butler U.S. Edged Weapons It wasn't only that Mount

It wasn't only that Mount Holyoke and Hunter Colleges were overcrowded and stretched beyond reasonable limits by the number of women arriving every week

one of the four original squadrons of the 459th Bombardment Group

and the grip is in very good condition

neck strap and belt securing loops

which is embossed on the top:

Original U.S. Exquisite G.A.R. Presentation M1860 Army Staff and Field Officer Sword with Engraved Blade Named to James J. Butler U.S. Edged Weapons It wasn't only that MountOriginal Item: One Of A Kind: Beautiful Presentation Grade Model 1860 Staff and Field Officers Sword by an unknown firm. Dating the Model 1860 Staff and Field Officers Sword is difficult as they were made from 1860 1900. Generally, the best way to date the sword is either by the maker or the blade used on the sword itself. Elliptical double edged blades are the earliest, which is what our example has. The blade is handsomely hand engraved, with a