Sword guard (tsuba)
Sword guard, nearly circular. Low relief potted Fukujuso plant (symbolic of wealth) and rising sun on obverse; leafy branch on reverse; surface rough. Carved, engraved and inlaid design; gold and silver inlays; brown patina; rim rough. Three blade holes.
- Date
- 18th century
- In our collection
- since May the 19th, 2014 up to now
- Dimensions
- Dia.3-5/16 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Iron
- Price
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- Composition
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oxygen 49% zinc 51%