Saber with ivory or bone handle. The brass pommel is molded into the shape of an eagle's head. The blade is decorated in blue with a flower design etched in and colored gold.
Context
Said to have belonged to Ethan Allen, but post-dates his life.
Acquisition
Accession
1954.41
Source or Donor
Frechette, Howells
Acquisition Method
Gift
Made/Created
Date made
1821 - 1840
Lexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
Sword
Nomenclature Sub-Class
Edged Weapons
Nomenclature Class
Armaments
Nomenclature Category
Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology