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NATHAN STARR 1818 CONTRACT CAVALRY SABER WITH METAL SCABBARD

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Good condition, militia horseman’s battle saber is an original contract of 1818 piece made by the firm of Nathan Starr of Middletown, Connecticut. Some 10,600 sabers were contracted to Nathan Starr by the US Ordnance Department in December of 1818 for use by the militia cavalry in the various states.

Delivered between 1820 and 1822, this Federal-era Starr saber blade measures approximately 32” long and has a 26” long wide unstopped fuller. The clipped-point steel blade exhibits a clean and bright surface overall. One small nick on the blade edge. Ricasso is stamped “US / LS / P (proved) / N.STARR” were the left side of stamping is weak. Retains original washer or pad.

The reverse “P” type iron hilt is tight to the tang. Grips have a ribbed wood handle covered with black leather with an iron ferrule at the guard. Black leather wrap is in very good condition. Guard is cut for wrist knot. Guard and grip are in very good condition.

Iron scabbard has the original black finish that shows expected amount of scratching. Has two suspension rings mounted to the top edge of the scabbard. Typical low profile drag.

Would add to any blade display or collection. [jet][ph:L]

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