Early 19th century, blued steel blade engraved with gilt floral, martial and musical themes; ricasso marked with "N K"; gilt brass guard with lion's head pommel; checked ivory grips; (2) applied cast brass panels show standing figure of Hercules with club and Nemean lion skin; brass scabbard engraved with acanthus leaves on one side.

Blade 33 in.; LOA 38.75 in.

Private Collection, Wilmington, North Carolina

Guard and grips loose; scuffs to scabbard with small crack below throat; age hairline to grips.

$400 - 600