This is a wakizashi handachi koshirae from the late Edo period. The tsuba hints at the Mino tradition, and the kozuka is signed by Goto Hidenobu. A unique feature is the tsuka, which is made of wood, and the koshirae is in very nice condition with only minor traces of wear on the lower saya.
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Mino Mumei
Edo
Mino
Unsigned
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.
€2,950
