Original Civil War Confederate Excavated D-Guard Bowie Knife recovered from Ft. Donelson and published on page 23 of "Civil War Relics of the Western Campaign 1861-1865" by Charles Harris. Is pictured in the book with the scabbard drag but has been lost over time. A center piece dug relic from a historic battle and published in a great book. Ground Action Patina. 13 1/2" total length with a 8 1/2" blade. Please see all photos.