You will not find a better example of this popular brass scabbarded Confederate artillery saber. This example has as fine a patina as you will ever see, perfect grip, beautiful blade that cannot be upgraded. SIZE: CONDITION: 31-1/4" blade is overall gray, still showing finishing marks with light staining and small area of pitting at ricasso. Leather grip is complete, retaining original polish with light scuffing at high areas with tight twisted wire wrap. Brass scabbard and hilt have matching patinas with fine contrast of scabbard body to ring mounts, hilt and pommel. Sword still retains 2 original sword hanger snap hooks with matching patina. 50412-55 JS (8,000-12,000)