Knights of Pythias Presentation Sword, Late 19th/Early 20th C

Description

Fine quality and condition in the style of a cavalry officer=s saber, featuring cast brass hilt with knuckle bow and two branches and lion head pommel; remains of a light gold wash. Leather-covered wood grip with twisted brass wire wrap. Slender 32 1/4″ blade with single fuller, profusely etched with stands of arms, US shield, and foliage, with the owners name ACharles W. Noyes@ in Old English script; the ricasso etched with retailer=s name AHARDING/UNIFORM/& REGALIA/CO./BOSTON/MASS.@. Nickel-plated scabbard with two carry rings and brass mounts, pierced and decorated with a soldier and stand of arms in high relief; remains of light gold wash. The blade is near mint with sharp and clear etching and no nicks. Scabbard shows wear on the reverse from use, a single dent, and a few very small spots of rust or nickel loss. Overall length 37 2“, not including scabbard.