I would like to know three things if anyone can help me.
*What are the buttons on the scabbard made of? They are white square buttons. Possibly Ivory? What significance do they have material wise? If any?
*Why is there no release button or lever near the handle as I have seen with other similar swords?
*Any opinions on the possible rank of the officer who carried this? A Captain?
Sorry for the glare in the pictures. I took them on the fly and didn't get a chance to view for quality and do not have the sword on hand right now.
Thanks for any help you can give! I appreciate any clues regarding this family mystery.


Pictures of sword









