US Model 1840 NCO Sword, Ames, 1864, AHK

US Model 1840 Non Commissioned Officer's [NCO] sword by Ames Manufacturing Company, Chicopee, Massachusetts, circa 1864, placing the sword in service in the last two years of the Civil War and desirable to collectors. This style sword is known to have been carried by many of the sergeants, certain corporals, etc., and other specialized troops during the American Civil War.
Overall length is ~38-3/4"; blade length is ~32-1/4".
Blade is stamped with the scroll, "Made by / Ames Mfg.Co. / ......" on reverse, obverse is stamped with "U.S./A.H.K./1864" [this indicates the sword was inspected by Albert H. Kirkham, US arsenal inspector circa 1864-1865]. NOTE: Partial scabbard only (see images). Period nickel plated blade, approximately 90% nickel plate remains.
Sword is in good condition overall; clamshell guard is bent - both sides - but could be repaired easily (see images).