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Sword guard (tsuba)

Sword guard, Bushu schools, nearly circular. Positive silhouette of tossing waves and crescent moon. Pierced, carved and engraved design; brown patina; rim nearly smooth. three blade holes (?), one copper strip.

Date
17th-19th century
In our collection
since December the 21st, 2017 up to now
Dimensions
Dia.2-15/16 in.
Location
Not on View
Medium
Iron
Price
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Composition
cadmium71%
zinc29%