This fine import sword for American market, 32" blade retaining most of its orig luster with patriotic motifs. Fluted and decorated metal grip which is silver-plated. High relief pommel and decorated US cut-out letters in basket. Silvered scabbard is brass mounted with ring mounts in raised relief of American eagle and knights head which are most unusual. SIZE: PROVENANCE: The spectacular collections of Ray Bentley featuring the finest and rarest deluxe antique Winchesters in the world. CONDITION: 32" blade retains much of its orig luster with 17" etched patriotic American panels, with some staining and scuffing near ricasso. Silvered scabbard and grip retain about 80% orig plate with areas of thinning and staining. Scabbard mounts and hilt retain over half of their orig gold plate with balance a stained dark mustard/chocolate patina. And old March 1961 tag still attached states this was a general sword and is similar to Peterson Number 118. 53094-151 JS (2,500-3,500)