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Lot #3222
Lot #3224

Lot 3223: Signed Japanese Blade in Shirasaya Mounting

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2011

Lot 3223: Signed Japanese Blade in Shirasaya Mounting

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2011

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $2,000
Price Realized:
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Signed Japanese Blade in Shirasaya Mounting

Manufacturer: None
Model: None
Type: Other
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Item Views: 1136
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Catalog Page: 183
Class: Other
Description:

Blade measures 32 1/2 in total length, with a 7 3/4" long nakago, marked with a 4-symbol signature on the left side below the nakago-ana and a small single symbol above. A wavy hamon is present on the blade. With a plain hardwood tsuka and matching saya, marked with 10 painted symbols on one side.

Rating Definition:

Fine. A few small cracks are visible on the right side of the blade, with minor spotting and scratches. The tsuba is good, with some light chips and dents, along with a separation forming along the front seam. Saya is fine, with cracks, dings, and separation along both seams.



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