Hello, this item is a Japanese wakizashi-length sword with curved steel blade, simple round tsuba, wrapped grip, and wooden saya, likely dating to the late Edo to early 20th century, though a precise date cannot be confirmed from the photographs alone. The blade length of 26 3/4 inches places it between a long wakizashi and short katana range, and the overall form suggests a traditionally inspired Japanese sword rather than a standard mass-produced military shin-gunto mount. The blade shows visible age, staining, surface oxidation, and old polish wear, but no major breaks are visible. The mounts are plain and worn, with a dark saya, leather or cord-wrapped grip, and simple fittings. The most important missing information is the tang, or nakago, because removing the handle would reveal whether the blade is signed, unsigned, traditionally forged, machine-made, shortened, or later assembled.

The sword has collector interest because of its Japanese form, family wartime history, and complete presentation with scabbard, but the visible condition, lack of clear signature, worn blade surface, and simple fittings keep the value moderate until the tang can be examined. If the tang shows a legitimate smith signature or strong age indicators, the value could increase, while a machine-made or unsigned 20th-century blade would remain in the lower range. Based on the photographs, dimensions, condition, and current market for undocumented Japanese swords in average condition, the fair market value is $700 to $1,500 USD.