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Confederate Pattern 1859 Naval Cutlass Bayonet. Bears engraved serial number '972'. These cutlass bayonets are part of James D. Bulloch's Navy contract for 1000 cutlass bayonets. The lowest number observed to date is 103 and the highest 999. All engraved by the same hand. There are less the 35 recorded examples of this type.

25 1/2 inch blade with Knights head marking. Mostly rust patina with areas of brightness. Locking  button is frozen.