Original Swedish Model 1859 Infantry Officer's Sword with Steel Scabbard U.S. Uniforms but worn due to polishing

but worn due to polishing

This fine example is marked by the maker on the spine of the blade by the crossguard:

and the fittings do show verdigris from age and oxidation

In September 1945

JAN 1943 and also signed by JOE FOSS

Original Swedish Model 1859 Infantry Officer's Sword with Steel Scabbard U.S. Uniforms but worn due to polishingOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice 19th Century Swedish Model 1859 Infantry Officer's Sword, with a lovely etched 32 1 2" inch long "Pipe backed" blade, also called the "Quill Back" or "key hole shape" (cross section) blade. The design is classic and very attractive. It comes complete with its original steel scabbard. The sword features a solid "Gothic" style brass half basket guard, which was originally fully gilt, and has lots of