possibly by Horstmann of Philadelphia, single edge blade with spearpoint, half fuller, engraved foliate decoration to blade, reeded ivory grip, brass finger guard, eagle head pommel, blade 27 in., overall 31-3/4 in.ÿ - Note: Accompanied by information card with "Rare Cadet Officer's Sword circa 1845. Scaled down version...See Peterson's book #101, p. 111-112 for similar full size one. American eagle pommel, made in Germany for USA."?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 blade with fissures, fine scratches, light pitting, grip slightly loose, some toning at finger guard