Scabbard
Culture
American
Dateabout 1900–1925
Mediumsteel, silver and brass
Dimensions86.4 cm (34 in.), 1 lb, 10 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.291.2
DescriptionPlated steel & gently curved for saber. Obverse face engraved with 2 groups of scrolled, leafy tendrils, that closest to mouth also with group of martial trophies. Cast silver openwork appliques at drag & near mouth. Latter with pair of suspension rings. Motifs are symmetrical on both faces, & consist of lozenge strapwork & leaved projections. Flaring, plain silver mount at mouth.ProvenanceMacIntosh collection (#3); purchased by the Museum in December 1970 Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
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portions possibly 1600s