NihontoWatchNihontoWatchA pair of Shonai school menuki depicting shishi (lion-dogs). They are katachibori (carved in the round) with iroe (color accents) and gold eyes. The menuki come with an NTHK certificate.
NihontoWatchOffered by Nihonto Australia
The listing mentions papers from the NTHK that aren’t in our records yet. Current NBTHK and NTHK shinsa papers are the independent check we rely on, so it’s worth asking the dealer for a clear photo of the certificate. — Hoshi
Edo
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.