The product is an original 1864 US Model 1860 Cavalry Saber and Scabbard manufactured by C. Roby (CHRISTOPHER ROBY) W. Chelmsford Mass during the American Civil War. This piece of militaria is a genuine artifact from the era of the Civil War, showcasing the craftsmanship and design of weapons used during this historical period. The saber and scabbard represent a pivotal moment in American history and are sought after by collectors interested in military memorabilia from the Civil War.
THIS IS AN AMAZING ANTIQUE 1864 CIVIL WAR LIGHT CALVARY SABER AND SCABBARD MADE BY C. ROBY (CHRISTOPHER ROBY) CHELMSFORD MA.
MARKINGS ARE CLEARLY SEEN ON THE SWORD SHOWING THE HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF THIS BATTLE TESTED SWORD AND SCABBARD.
ON ONE SIDE YOU CAN SEE US 1864 A.G.M. (ALFRED G. MANNING). HE WAS A U.S. ORDNANCE DEPARTMENT SUB-INSPECTOR.
ON THE REVERSE SIDE YOU CLEARLY SEE C. ROBY W. CHELMSFORD MA.
HISTORY HAS RECORDED THAT AN 1864 C. ROBY LIGHT CALVARY SWORD WAS CARRIED BY GEORGE ARMSTRONG CUSTER INTO BATTLE.
PLEASE SEE ALL PHOTOS TO SHOW THE CONDITION OF THIS ORIGINAL HISTORICAL ARTIFACT. THE BLADE IS IN AMAZING SHAPE FOR ITS AGE. THE TIP AND BLADE IS INTACT WITHOUT ANY DEFECTS OR BRAKES. THERE IS SOME PITTING, BUT OVERALL THE CONDITION IS GREAT. BRASS HAS PATINA BUT IS UNTOUCHED.
FOR ITS AGE, THE SCABBARD HAS SURFACE RUST AND A COUPLE OF DENTS, WHICH IS TO BE EXPECTED WHEN GOING INTO BATTLE.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTION, PLEASE ASK AND I WILL DO MY BEST TO ANSWER THEM.
I ALSO HAVE A "Civil War 1862 Cavalry Sabre & Scabbard US ADK AMES MFG Model 1860 Chicopee MASS" FOR SALE. YOU MAY WANT TO LOOK AT THAT ONE ALSO.
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