GOOD JAPANESE EDO PERIOD WAKIZASHI,
blade unsigned in iron mounts, the same grip rebound in blue silk, Edo period kozuka in copper present, the kozuka blade with partial signature for Tamba no Kami Yoshimichi, the saya in black roiro lacquer, 58cm long overall
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Sold for £700
Estimated at £700 - £1,000
Condition Report
Condition generally good to fair. The original grip has been rebound in blue silk. The Fuchs and Tsuba with pitting throughout, also of slightly loose construction. Minor nibble to the blade towards the handle. The kozuka with slight damages towards tip of the blade, also with deterioration to coppered grip. The saya with a number of partial losses to the lacquer. Cutting edge approx 38cm. Additional images now available.
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