Samuel E. Hildreth on the blade
The sword has a knights helmet at the end of the handle, the top have handle has a bird of some kind. Wood smooth grip. Has Samuel E Hilbreth on one side of the blade, hit has Worcester Co, Commandery. On the other side. The sheath has IN HOC SIGNO VINCES Im the brass on It, with worn leather sheath. The chains that secure it to your person is brass with a buckle type that has a knight holding a sword on it.
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Dear Cory,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
The presented object appears to be an American sword decoarted with an knights helmet at the hilt. Such sword were worn by officials and honorable persons and also used as Templar swords. This sword was gifted to Samuel E Hilbreth in the late 19th century. The devise IN HOC SIGNO VINCES was the devise of Emperor Constantine (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_hoc_signo_vinces).
This piece is in good condition and there is no serious damage visible in the images provided.
A fair market estimation would be between 100 to 250 USD.
This estimate is based on actual recent past recorded auction sales of comparable items. Retail "asking prices" can be higher and may vary.
With kind regards,
Georg
