Name/Title
SwordEntry/Object ID
2004.41.1a-cDescription
Straight-bladed sword with black leather scabbard. The sword has a steel blade with the mark, "U.S. AHC 1863". The grip is tightly wrapped with twisted brass wire, and the pummel and guards are brass. The scabbard is fitted with brass mounts at either end (one now loose).Context
Used by Horace Goodwin of the 11th Vermont Infantry during the Civil WarAcquisition
Accession
2004.41Source or Donor
Scott, Howard Henry, Jr. (b. 1939), Scott, Karin R.Acquisition Method
GiftMade/Created
Date made
1863Place
Country
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
SwordNomenclature Sub-Class
Edged WeaponsNomenclature Class
ArmamentsNomenclature Category
Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & TechnologyDimensions
Dimension Description
OverallHeight
4-3/8 inWidth
2-1/2 inLength
39-3/4 inMaterial
Steel, Brass, LeatherRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Goodwin, Horace (1839-1899)Person or Organization
11th Vermont InfantryRelated Places
Place
Town
JohnsonCounty
Lamoille CountyState/Province
VermontCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North America