early 19th century, double edge blade coming to a spearpoint, cruciform style hilt, crossguard marked "FT" inside cartouche (Francis Thurkle), gilt eagle head pommel, vertically fluted ivory grip, blade 9-1/2 in., overall 14-1/2 in.ÿ - Note: ?This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, stateÿand/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlifeÿrestrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining anyÿnecessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable toÿtheir purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may notÿbid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn. - Provenance: From the Collection of Ashley Halsey, Jr., Alexandria and Spotsylvania, Virginia pitting and visible corrosion to blade, toning to ivory, loss of giltÿ