The counter guard of this sword contains the letters "CS" encircled by floral design. The blade is etched with a Confederate battle flag, the letters "CSA" (in center) and cross cannons in a floral design on one side while the other side has the letters "CSA" in a floral design. The grip is black leather wrapped and wound with brass wire. The scabbard is polished steel, the fittings are stamped brass with 2 rings. The scabbard comes in polished steel & blackened Steel, currently we have only blackened steel scabbards. 32 1/2" long blade, overall length is 39".