ENGLISH HANGER C.1770-90

Revolutionary War period. See Swords and Blades of the American Revolution, Neumann, #155.S for a related example. Fine brass hilt with reeded knuckle bow evolving to four slot guard. Integral backstrap and beaked pommel. Wire wrapped ebony grip. 30 1/8” broad fullered curved blade, unmarked. Hilt with exceptional patina. Heel of the grip chipped. Blade with smooth gray patina.