Well,I still have not figured this sword out.It could be a German Infantry Officer sword like the one they sell on the WKC website(yep,they are still around) or it could be a Court sword for ceremonial purposes or a Prussian foot officer sword..
I have taken a few more pictures of the etching on the blade and found a few symbols that may help..
Thanks again for your time and help.
-Bill Godbold