Antique 17th Century Edo Period Japanese Samurai Sword Nanban Tsuba Guard

$700.00
Quantity available: 1

Superb quality antique 17th century Edo Period Japanese samurai guard Nanban iron sword Tsuba of marugata shape.

It is crafted from nade-maru-gata iron, artistically pierced in openwork, and intricately hand-chiseled with detailed designs.

The motifs include sinuous arabesques, horned rams, lizards, bird heads with pronounced beaks, and dragons.

These elements are skillfully highlighted with gold.

 

DIMENSIONS:

72 mm x 66 mm x 4 mm .

2.95 inches x 2.83 inches x 0.20 inches.

WEIGHT: 83 grams

CONDITION: The signs of age and usage are evident, but it remains in good condition for its years.

Please see the pictures in the listing since they are part of the description of the object's condition.

Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.

Item Details

Reference #:
ES1274
Quantity
1
Category
Militaria & Weapons
SubCategory
Edged Weapons & Knives
Department
Antiques (approx100yrs)
Year
17th century
Dimensions
(Width x Height X Depth)
x x
Weight
Unknown
Condition
Good
Material
Iron