The 32 1/4 inch, lightly curved blade has classical martial and patriotic etching, "EVANS & HASSAL/PHILADA" on the obverse ricasso, and "Iron Proof" etched on the spine. The gilt brass hilt has floral patterns, and the grip is wrapped in shagreen, smooth wire, and twisted wire. The scabbard has a leather body and gilt brass fittings. The reverse side is inscribed "Presented to/Lieut R.T. Williams/by the Members/of his Company" above the upper suspension band. Unfortunately no details on the unit are listed making it impossible to identify which R.T. Williams who fought to preserve the Union received this sword. A couple of possibilities are Lieutenant Robert T. Williams of Company C of the 4th Kentucky Mounted Infantry and Lieutenant Roswell T. Williams of Company I of the 197th Pennsylvania Infantry.

Very good with a crisp, authentic inscription, legible etching, mottled gray patina and minor pitting on the otherwise fine blade, dark aged patina on the brass hilt and scabbard fittings, mild wear on the grip, crackling and minor flaking on the scabbard, loose lower suspension band, and general moderate age and storage related wear overall.