13. Sword. Civil War, Calvary saber, German import from Solingen, Germany, presented to George G. Cox from George C. Glass

Containers:
Unboxed
Extent:
0.08 Linear Feet 1 in. (1 of 6 swords in a 6-inch composite box)
Scope and content:

Includes inscription that reads "Presented to Geo. G. Cox by G.C. Glass. Nov. 12th 1863." The sword was presented to George G. Cox on 12 November 1863.

Physical facet:
Handle width: 4.75 in. Blade length: 29 in.

Access and use

Location of collection:
West Virginia and Regional History Center
West Virginia & Regional History Center
West Virginia University
P.O. Box 6069
1549 University Avenue
Morgantown, WV 26506
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Lori Hostuttler
Phone: (304) 293-3536
Parent restrictions:
Access to these artifacts requires the permission and assistance of a curator.
Parent terms of access:
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