Continental for the American market, early 19th century, with reeded ivory grip, cast bronze hilt, five ball guard and langet, figured pummel, curved, single edged, parcel-gilt eagle decorated blade marked "e pluribus unum", with slight curve, modern scabbard, 32 in. blade

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: typical wear, surface dirt, corrosion with light gilt loss at blade, hairline crack at grip