WAR OF 1812 ERA STIRRUP HILT HUSSAR CAVALRY SABER.

The slightly curved "Spanish" style blade has three partial fullers on each side. The right side, near the top, is engraved with military motifs and a patriotic "chicken" eagle in a cartouche. The opposite side is engraved with the same. The heavy guard forms a diamond around the blade and has a forward-facing quillon. The Hussar hilt has a leather-wrapped wooden grip with two strands of wire wrap. CONDITION: Blade retains a dark patina with some nicks to edge and scattered areas of heavier patina. Hilt retains a dark patina with some freckling. Grip shows some scattered minor losses to leather. A very attractive American cavalry saber. Blade Length: 32 - 1/2" Overall Length: 38"