Sword
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
George Malpas Cole
American, 1853 - 1933
MakerMade by
Ridabock & Co.
American
Datec. 1900-1933
Mediummetal
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall length): 39in. (99.1cm)
Component (length of sword): 37 1/4in. (94.6cm)
Component (length of sheath): 33 1/4in. (84.5cm)
Component (length of sword): 37 1/4in. (94.6cm)
Component (length of sheath): 33 1/4in. (84.5cm)
ClassificationsWeapons
Credit LineGift of the Estate of Lewis Cole Nye
DescriptionSword with sheath originally belonging to General George Malpus Cole. The blade has etched decoration. One side has a shield and an eagle with the phrase, "E. PLURIBUS UNUM."
Object number2024.86.2a-b
Inscribed(a) Etched on back of blade: "RIDABOCK / & CO. / NEW YORK"Subject Terms
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