Acquired an old civil war presentation sword you can read inscription from pic

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sword is in great condition from what I can tell any ideas on value?

 

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Presented to MAJOR GEORGE H. TREADWELL by the Officers and members of the ALBANY BURGESSES CORPS.

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While you are waiting - found this: The Albany Burgesses Corps.; DISTINCTION WITHOUT A DIFFERNCE Published: November 16, 1860 Also found: George Hooker Treadwell - Birthdate: May 10, 1837 - Birthplace: Albany, NY - Death: Died January 21, 1904 in Albany, NY

 

[Itsmine]

Major Treadwell was in the N.Y 7th artillery at Albany. He also Participated in a couple of G.A.R. reunions. I would get a hold of Sotheby's or contact the Albany Historical Society. Presentation swords are usually used to commemorate important events. Just from the little bit of reading I've done, it looks like he may have had something to do with Pres. Buchanan's Inauguration. Please let us know what you find out.......