Original U.S. Civil War Army Officer's M1860 Dress Parade Sword with Scabbard named to J.B. Joncas German Antique Guns It was the final barrage

It was the final barrage before the attack

located co-axially with cocking handle on the rear toggle axis

two hook collar closure and shoulder epaulettes

Miami Florida

Lockplate in front of the hammer is stamped

Original U.S. Civil War Army Officer's M1860 Dress Parade Sword with Scabbard named to J.B. Joncas German Antique Guns It was the final barrageOriginal Item: One of a Kind. This is the standard Union Officer's Dress or Parade Sword Model 1860, issued during the Civil War. This example however is a particularly upmarket version, with many high end gilt brass alloy appointments. Officer's were usually responsible for purchasing their own dress swords, so they varied considerably in quality and style. This sword is marked on the ricasso by the company that marketed it as part of the etching: