US Militia Period ca 1815 - 1845

ARTIFACT: This is a martingale for the United States Army or Cavalry Horse Troops, and would be worn around the neck of the horse. The item is shield-shaped in black leather and its design is a variation of the Great Seal in brass. VINTAGE: Circa 1830's...

ARTIFACT: This is a great circa 1820's US Militia period sword, made by the Philadelphia-based maker F.W. Widmann. The scabbard is decorated wonderfully, with stars, eagles, and leaves lining the front of it. The hilt and hand guard are also teeming with...