Sword guard (tsuba)
Sword guard, Kinai type, octagonal. Full relief mushroom around edge. Carved and engraved design; brown patina; rim varied. Three blade holes; one with gilt plug. Inscription on obverse; signed, Kinai of Echizen.
- Date
- 17th century
- In our collection
- since May the 20th, 2010 up to now
- Dimensions
- Dia.2-13/16 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Iron
- Price
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- Composition
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iron 65% cadmium 30% oxygen 3% copper 0% atium 2%