This is a U.S. model 1872 light cavalry sabre. These were in use from about 1872 through the Indian wars and skirmishes of the 1870's, 1880's and 1890's. This is a very nice sword with a very nicely engraved blade. The ricasso is stamped..J Wilson..Phila. Pa.....With U.S. on the blade. The all brass hand basket is decorated with 13 Stars, arrows and an Eagle. The rolled steel scabbard has two brass hangers. There is no rust on this sword....This sword measures 39.5 inches with the blad...e at 34 inches.. We ship world wide and combine shipping cost...