{"product_id":"original-u-s-mexican-american-war-era-knight-s-head-militia-officer-s-sword-with-bone-grip-original-brass-mounted-leather-scabbard","title":"Original U.S. Mexican-American War Era Knight’s Head Militia Officer’s Sword with Bone Grip \u0026 Original Brass-Mounted Leather Scabbard","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is an absolutely stunning example of a scarce 1840s “Knight’s Head” Pommel Militia Officer’s sword with a gorgeous ribbed bone grip and Knight’s head pommel. This example comes complete with its original brass-mounted leather scabbard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is 28” long without any etching or fuller, showing light oxidation and runner wear. The overall length is 33⅞”. The pommel is in the form of a high-crested visored and plumed Greco-Roman helmet. There is no handguard and the ribbed bone grip is in good shape with the expected staining of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included brass-mounted leather scabbard is in good condition for its age with much of the stitching still retained. The only issue is the end chape being a bit loose, so please be careful when sheathing and unsheathing the sword, as it is a little hard to use for the last few inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a truly stunning example of a scarce officer’s sword from a niche era in American history. Comes ready for further research and display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlade length: 28”\u003cbr\u003eOverall length: 33⅞”\u003cbr\u003eCrossguard: 4”\u003cbr\u003eScabbard length: 28¾”\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42226855510085,"sku":"ONJR24RECT098","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONJR24RECT098__02.jpg?v=1737775470","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-mexican-american-war-era-knight-s-head-militia-officer-s-sword-with-bone-grip-original-brass-mounted-leather-scabbard","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}