Name/Title
SwordEntry/Object ID
1926.4a-bDescription
Straight-bladed sword with black leather scabbard. The sword's handle is made of ivory and incised with decorative vertical lines. The pommel is in the shape of an eagle's head. The remains of a red silk tassel are attached to a loop in the rain guard. The locket, chape, and hooks on the scabbard are all brass.Context
Used by Edward F. Gould who enlisted to fight in the Civil War in Montpelier, Vermont in 1861.Acquisition
Accession
1926.4Source or Donor
Church, N. S.Acquisition Method
GiftLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
SwordNomenclature Sub-Class
Edged WeaponsNomenclature Class
ArmamentsNomenclature Category
Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & TechnologyDimensions
Dimension Description
OverallWidth
7/8 inDepth
4-3/4 inLength
41-3/4 inMaterial
Metal, Leather, IvoryRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Gould, Edward F.Person or Organization
8th Vermont InfantryPerson or Organization
1st Vermont InfantryRelated Places
Place
City
MontpelierCounty
Washington CountyState/Province
VermontCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North America