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William Ball

Sword

1794

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Sword

William Ball

Sword

William Ball

Sword

1794

Physical Qualities Silver, wood, steel, 34 x 4 3/8 x 2 in. (86.4 x 11.1 x 5.1 cm)
Credit Line Bequest of Harry D. Berry, Jr., Baltimore
Object Number 1995.225

Inscribed: Marked: 'W.BALL' on inside of knuckle-guard

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William Ball

1762–1814

1763-1815
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