Hi William,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
This artillery short sword was made by the Ames Manufacturing Company in Chicopee, MA, and would have been shipped to Confederate both before and after secession in 1861.
I can't see where it says "Kenansville N.C. , confederate state armory" or "1863" but will take your word for it and have valued this sword accordingly.
With a scabbard, this is worth $800-1,200
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A Civil War Ames Model 1832 artillery short sword
Kenansville N.C. , Confederate State Armory, 1863
Brass grip with cast fish scale design, spread winged eagle stamped on both sides of pommel; riscasso stamped 1863. With a scabbard.
Approximately 29 inches overall length
CONDITION: With some tarnishing and oxidation to blade
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$800-1,200*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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~ Delia