US 1902 SWORD FOR ALL OFFICERS

See The American Sword, Peterson #77. Pattern still in current use. This example among the earliest, probably WWI and before. 27 5/8” curved broad fullered blade, undecorated. The ricasso marked with retailer’s name, RIDABOCK & CO, NEW YORK, (established 1847). Finger stall japanned grip integral with the pommel and backstrap. Plated scabbard with a few small nicks and the plating worn along the top edge. Hilt plating worn and oxidized. Early construction and condition indicative of considerable service. Exceptional character for these.