Original American Revolutionary War Era Hessian Hanger Sword with Engraved Blade with Leather & Wire Wrapped Grip Headgear The dove head and backstrap

The dove head and backstrap are engraved with geometric shapes that extend into the side grip tabs

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The wooden grip is in good condition

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Original American Revolutionary War Era Hessian Hanger Sword with Engraved Blade with Leather & Wire Wrapped Grip Headgear The dove head and backstrapOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a wonderful, solid example of a Hessian Hanger Sword as used by the Hessian soldiers in the employ of England during the Revolutionary War. During the war, over 30,000 Hessians were hired by the British to help in the fight. A Hanger Sword is a bladed weapon that got its name from the manner in which it was hung on the belt of the person who used it. It could be made in large quantities, is not particularly