Sword
Object number2015.87.1 a,b
MediumMetal/Steel//Bronze(?)/Horn/Leather(?)
Credit LineGift of John and Diana Ames Axtell
DescriptionFraternal sword with scabbard.Dimensions(a,b together): Width 5.25, Length 38.625, Depth 1;(a)
Width 5.25, Length 37, Depth 1;
(b)
Width of scabbard body 1.75,
Width with rings extended 3.25,
Length 31.625,
Depth 1.
Inscriptions(a)
Blade has etched text on front face "Fred'k J. Osterling."
The grip has inscribed crest on front "FJO".
(b)
Front of scabbard has inscribed text surrounding the shallow relief of a crown penetrated by a diagonal latin cross "BE THOU FAITHFUL UNTO DEATH / AND I WILL GIVE THEE A CROWN OF LIFE".
Below the shallow relief is acid-etched(?) name "Fredk J. Osterling".
Below the name is a cast ornament mounted at center with the crest or initials "MK" or "KM".
Historical NotesFrederick J. Osterling sword.
Related person
Frederick J. Osterling
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