Jim, that is a known Mexican army cutlass model 1870ish
'Blade is marked “A.C. Mexico” for A. Colubuzier, a supplier of military items to the army. The reverse is marked “R.M.” with liberty cap, which stands for “Republica Mexico” '
There is an earlier rendition with a rather distinctive scabbard.
Photo (and text) from Collectors Firearms.
I don't recall any of them referenced as Espada Ancha or bowies.
Cheers
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