This is classic cutlass short sword once thought to be made by Union Car Works in Portsmouth Virginia, but now known to be made in Columbus, Georgia probably at the Columbus Iron Works. 22" overall, 17" double edge wasp waist blade with old attached sticker which reads "James G. Rogers / GA Vols". A quick search of the Civil War database finds only one James G. Rogers who is listed as a Captain in Co. H 12th Infantry Georgia who was killed September 17, 1862. Mr. Donaldson has additional records showing a J.G. Rogers who was a private in Co. C 55th Georgia (spelled Rodgers on official documents) who died June 21, 1863. Regardless this is an honest "as found" of a popular Confederate sword. SIZE: PROVENANCE: The Confederate and Civil War estate collection of Fred Donaldson. CONDITION: Very good overall. Gray blade with staining and pitting Turned wood grip with hand worn patina. 52438-8 JS (2,000-2,500)