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Bayonet, Civil War

Bayonet, Civil War
Title
Bayonet, Civil War
Object name 
Bayonet
Date 
1860-1870
Medium 
Steel
Dimensions 
Overall: 20 3/4 x 3 1/2 x 1 in. ( 52.7 x 8.9 x 2.5 cm )
Description 
Steel angular bayonet with triangular blade; cylindrical socket with clasp intact.
Object Number 
INV.7831
Marks 
stamped: lower face of blade: "US"
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.