John Bailey (cutler)

John Bailey (born 1736) was an American cutler and metalworker.

Born in Sheffield, England, he moved to New York City in 1755 and set up his own metalworking business 1771.

After the British occupation he moved to Frederickstown and later in 1778 to Fishkill, where he continued his cutlery business.

[2] Despite applying to George Washington for a post minting coinage for the new United States of America, Bailey was not granted a commission.

The sword showcases the jade-green stained hilt design for which Bailey was well known.