Hello, this item is a modern decorative Japanese-style sword or katana-form display piece with a black scabbard, wrapped handle, cast metal guard, and gold-colored stainless steel blade. The inscription on the blade reading “stainless steel” confirms that this is not a traditionally forged Japanese sword, military blade, or antique samurai weapon, but rather a late 20th- or 21st-century decorative reproduction made for display. The black scabbard, synthetic or cotton wrapping, bright plated fittings, and polished gold-tone blade are consistent with commercially produced fantasy or martial-arts inspired swords sold as decorative objects.

The piece appears to be in good overall decorative condition, with the blade clean and the main fittings intact, though the loose scabbard cord or knot slightly affects presentation. Because stainless steel decorative swords have limited collector demand and cannot be valued as functional edged weapons or antique nihonto, the market value remains modest. Its appeal is primarily decorative, especially for buyers seeking a display sword with a black and gold finish. Based on the materials, condition, size of approximately 42 1/4 inches in scabbard, and visible “stainless steel” marking, the fair market value is $40 to $90 USD.