Original U.S. Civil War Ames Model 1832 Artillery Short Sword and Scabbard U.S. Ammo followed by a powder charge

followed by a powder charge and a new "gas seal" bullet

substantial and beautifully embossed all over

The shaft is fabric covered along with tassels

This marking indicates issue to the 158th (7th Lotharingian) Infantry Regiment

Original U.S. Civil War Ames Model 1832 Artillery Short Sword and Scabbard U.S. Ammo followed by a powder chargeOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a great example of an Ames Model 1832 Artillery Short sword. This design of foot artillery sword has a straight, heavy double edged steel blade. There are two side by side fullers, starting just below the hilt. Then, after a space of 11 16", there is a single center fuller that extends toward the blade's spear shaped point. The overall blade length is approximately 19 1 4''. The blade is stamped on the