This is a substantial iron tsuba featuring a gingko and window sukashi design, attributed to Ko Shoami. It exhibits abundant tekotsu, giving it a flashing silver appearance in sunlight, and is in like-new condition with a warm chocolate brown patina. The tsuba dates from early Edo or possibly earlier, as per Robert Haynes.
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We could not find an authenticity certificate on the seller’s listing. Japanese swords and fittings are normally papered by the NBTHK (or the NTHK). Without one, the attribution is the seller’s own assessment and has not been independently verified — treat it with caution and ask the dealer about certification before buying.
Three day, no penalty, inspection on every item. Returns must be in the same condition as shipped. Actual costs will be charged on returned items. No restocking fee. If you did not like the item is a good enough reason for return.
$1,200
This is a substantial iron tsuba featuring a gingko and window sukashi design, attributed to Ko Shoami. It exhibits abundant tekotsu, giving it a flashing silver appearance in sunlight, and is in like-new condition with a warm chocolate brown patina. The tsuba dates from early Edo or possibly earlier, as per Robert Haynes.
NihontoWatchWe could not find an authenticity certificate on the seller’s listing. Japanese swords and fittings are normally papered by the NBTHK (or the NTHK). Without one, the attribution is the seller’s own assessment and has not been independently verified — treat it with caution and ask the dealer about certification before buying.
Three day, no penalty, inspection on every item. Returns must be in the same condition as shipped. Actual costs will be charged on returned items. No restocking fee. If you did not like the item is a good enough reason for return.
$1,200
