LOT OF 3: US M1841, M1860, AND M1917 NAVAL CUTLASSES.

Lot consists of: (A) M1841 Naval Cutlass in standard configuration with blade marked "U.S.N. / 1843 / NWP" on obverse ricasso and "N.P. AMES / SPRINGFIELD" on reverse ricasso. The blade exhibits a gray patina with scattered freckling and blemishes. Scaled brass hilt exhibits pleasing patina with all rivets in place between the simulated scales. Quillon exhibits inspector marks on both sides. The sword is complete with its leather scabbard that features brass mounts. Scabbard body exhibits surface cracks throughout with recoloring. Mounts exhibit patina with scattered light dents. CONDITION: Good. (B) M1860 naval cutlass in standard configuration marked "U.S.M. / DR / 1862" on obverse ricasso and Ames scroll marking on reverse ricasso. The blade exhibits a gray patina with scattered blemishes. Solid brass half-basket hilt exhibits pleasing patina. Quillon is numbered "16M561". Grooved wood grip wrapped in black leather remains intact with loss on high wear areas. The sword is complete with its riveted leather scabbard. Scabbard remains intact with scattered crazing one minor break toward the tip. CONDITION: Good. (C) M1917 Naval Cutlass with a blued blade that ends in a clip point. The blade exhibits scattered pitting with most finish intact. The cutlass is marked "U.S.N." on the obverse ricasso. Japanned steel hilt with a full half basket cup and wooden cross-hatched grip. The cutlass is complete with its leather scabbard that features a blacked brass drag. Scabbard remains intact and supple with scattered blemishes. CONDITION: Good.

Item Dimensions: Longest: 32"

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Value

Blade Length

(A) 21" (B) 26" (C) 25"

Overall Length

(A) 26 - 1/2" (B) 32" (C) 29 - 1/2"