Saber
- Object Name:
- Saber
- Date:
- 1860
- Dimensions:
- W-76 L-95 inches
- Description:
- Cavalry Saber
Model 1860 Emerson Silver
The 1860 model was the primary saber of the Federal cavalry in the Civil War. This saber bears proof marks on the, and additional inspector�s mark �US/JM/1864� on the blade.
Emerson Silver of Trenton, NJ was a prolific maker of bladed weapons for the Civil War, under government contract, making 27,060 cavalry sabers, 3,000 musician swords, 12,000 NCO swords, and an unknown number of light artillery sabers. - Subjects:
- Sword, Military Gear
- Collection Name:
- Armament
- Item Number:
- 1950.452.01
- Accession Number:
- 1950.452.01
- Type of Material:
- Objects
- Copyright Statement:
- For information regarding copyright, permissions, and reproductions contact the New London Historical Society
- Participating Organization:
- New London Historical Society
Electronic Resources are only available to New Hampshire Historical Society members. To access electronic resources, please join the New Hampshire Historical Society.