Original U.S. Civil War M1850 Army Staff & Field Officer Sword by C. Roby with Etched Blade - Relic Condition Stocks These were manufactured several years

These were manufactured several years ago

The serial number indicates production in 1878

so it was most likely made in 1862-63

most who were qualified to wear it

The BEST thing going from this revolver is the engraving on the brass back strap that says:

Original U.S. Civil War M1850 Army Staff & Field Officer Sword by C. Roby with Etched Blade - Relic Condition Stocks These were manufactured several yearsOriginal Item: Only One Available. Just received out of an old collection along with about 100 other swords! This is an absolutely original Model 1850 Staff and Field Officer's Sword with half basket brass hilt decorated with pierced floral decorations, and a custom ordered etched blade. The slightly curved blade of 31 3 4 inches is in good shape, with some lovely etching in the middle, with U. S. on one side, and the Federal Eagle on the other side.