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Mid 1800's civil war era parlor guitar, ice cream cone heel, sized very very similar to a Martin 2 1/2:lower bout 3 5/8 deep, 11 1/2 wideupper bout 3 3/8 deep, 8 1/4 wide36 1/2 long17 3/4 body length24 1/2 scale length1 13/16 nut width3 1/2 soundholeNo markings of maker- if there was a paper label, it fell off long ago, and under the soundboard there have been some crack repairs so the makers name may have gotten sanded off.Guitar is in remarkably good condition considering it's age- this was an old guitar in 1910! This thing is so old it could have belonged to Jimmie Rodgers grandfather! (both of his grandfathers did fight in the civil war for the south). I'm obviously guessing the age, due to the construction features, it could be 1850- 1860 or maybe 1870's too, but regardless- it's very very old. A museum piece you can play.A few repaired cracks behind the bridge and around the neck. Neck angle is good- it's not a project, it's playable with good action. Solid one piece flame maple back. X braced. Straight across ladder style brace right below sound hole, then an X to the bridge area. Weighs 2 lb 4 oz! Coffin case has loose handle, but it's included and could be reattached.

The Martin 2 1/2-21 is an iconic acoustic guitar model that showcases Martin's legacy in guitar craftsmanship. Featuring rich tonewoods like Adirondack Spruce for the top and Brazilian Rosewood for the body, this guitar is known for its outstanding sound quality and visual beauty. It comes with a Mahogany neck and an Ebony fretboard, providing smooth playability. Though originally produced starting in 1860, this model remains a favorite among vintage guitar enthusiasts.