Description:

East Asia, Japan, Edo era, ca. 17th to 19th century CE. A wakizashi sword mounted in a plain wooden shirasaya featuring an unsigned (mumei) tang with two mekugi-ana and a deep patina that suggests age, possibly from the Edo period. The blade is forged from carbon steel with a bright polished surface, housed securely in its storage scabbard and hilt, and accented by a 99% silver habaki (blade collar) at the neck. Size of blade: 20" L x 0.8" W (50.8 cm x 2 cm); in saya: 29.5" L x 1.5" W (74.9 cm x 3.8 cm)

Provenance: private Las Vegas, Nevada, USA collection

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#195141

  • Condition: shirasaya wood has scratches and pressure crack on the handle. Blade is very sharp handle with care. Nicks and small abrasions to the surface.

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