Civil War Sword

Object/Artifact

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Hancock Historical Museum

The image showcases a Civil War-era sword attributed to William Mungen, a colonel of the 57th Ohio Volunteer Infantry (OVI). The sword is encased in a weathered scabbard, exhibiting signs of age and historical usage, with a distinguishable patina along its length. The hilt features intricate guard designs, with a grip that appears to be wrapped or covered, suggesting practical use during its time. Positioned on a tiled floor, the sword's placement is aligned with a measuring scale to provide context for its size.

The image showcases a Civil War-era sword attributed to William Mungen, a colonel of the 57th Ohio Volunteer Infantry (OVI). The sword is encased in a weathered scabbard, exhibiting signs of age and historical usage, with a distinguishable patina along its length. The hilt features intricate guard designs, with a grip that appears to be wrapped or covered, suggesting practical use during its time. Positioned on a tiled floor, the sword's placement is aligned with a measuring scale to provide context for its size.

Name/Title

Civil War Sword

Entry/Object ID

2025.011.1

Description

Sword carried by William Mungen in the Civil war

Collection

Civil War

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1860

Time Period

19th Century

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Saber

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Sword

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Edged Weapons

Nomenclature Class

Armaments

Nomenclature Category

Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology