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Description

This is a circle-shaped iron tsuba from the Edo period, signed by Choshu-ju Masasada. It features an Inaho (ears of rice) motif, realistically carved using the Sukashi-Bori (openwork) technique. The design symbolizes wealth and is often associated with the Inari shrine.

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Masasada

Edo period antique Tsuba for Samurai Sword (T-266)

mei · Edo

SOLD
Masasada (正定) · Edo3 works for sale · median ask ¥165,000 →
Tsuba
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Masasada — 1 of 6Masasada — 2 of 6Masasada — 3 of 6Masasada — 4 of 6Masasada — 5 of 6Masasada — 6 of 6
Masasada (正定) · Edo3 works for sale · median ask ¥165,000 →
Tsuba
Could you name the smith from the blade alone? Today’s kantei →
Measurements & details
Maker

Masasada

Era

Edo

Province

Nagato

Signature

Signed

Description

This is a circle-shaped iron tsuba from the Edo period, signed by Choshu-ju Masasada. It features an Inaho (ears of rice) motif, realistically carved using the Sukashi-Bori (openwork) technique. The design symbolizes wealth and is often associated with the Inari shrine.

About the maker

Masasada

正定

Nagato

3 pieces on the market now

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Warning — certificate not found

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.

Seller
S
Samurai Museum
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Return policy

Returns/exchanges limited to defects caused by shipping (except willful misconduct or gross negligence by the company); customers must contact within 72 hours of receiving the product.

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Description

This is a circle-shaped iron tsuba from the Edo period, signed by Choshu-ju Masasada. It features an Inaho (ears of rice) motif, realistically carved using the Sukashi-Bori (openwork) technique. The design symbolizes wealth and is often associated with the Inari shrine.

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Fittings›Masasada›Edo period antique Tsuba for Samurai Sword (T-266)
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Masasada

Edo period antique Tsuba for Samurai Sword (T-266)

mei · Edo

SOLD
Masasada (正定) · Edo3 works for sale · median ask ¥165,000 →
Tsuba
Could you name the smith from the blade alone? Today’s kantei →
Masasada — 1 of 6
Masasada — 2 of 6
Masasada — 3 of 6
Masasada — 4 of 6
Masasada — 5 of 6
Masasada — 6 of 6
1 / 6
1 / 6
Masasada — 1 of 6Masasada — 2 of 6Masasada — 3 of 6Masasada — 4 of 6Masasada — 5 of 6Masasada — 6 of 6
Masasada (正定) · Edo3 works for sale · median ask ¥165,000 →
Tsuba
Could you name the smith from the blade alone? Today’s kantei →
Measurements & details
Maker

Masasada

Era

Edo

Province

Nagato

Signature

Signed

Description

This is a circle-shaped iron tsuba from the Edo period, signed by Choshu-ju Masasada. It features an Inaho (ears of rice) motif, realistically carved using the Sukashi-Bori (openwork) technique. The design symbolizes wealth and is often associated with the Inari shrine.

About the maker

Masasada

正定

Nagato

3 pieces on the market now

›
3 works by Masasada on the market→
Masasada — full profile

Study this maker →

Warning — certificate not found

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.

Seller
S
Samurai Museum
🇯🇵Ships from Japan
›
✓Verified dealersamuraimuseum.jp
✓Ships worldwide✓English supportPayPalCredit card
Return policy

Returns/exchanges limited to defects caused by shipping (except willful misconduct or gross negligence by the company); customers must contact within 72 hours of receiving the product.

View all of Samurai Museum’s listings→View this item on the dealer’s site→

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Tsuba

ByMasasada
¥748,000
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ByMasasada
¥165,000
Nihonto US
Tsuba - by Masasada - Rice Plant DesignTsuba - by Masasada - Rice Plant Design

Tsuba

ByMasasada
¥450

Previously sold by Masasada

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Toushin
Tsuba - by Masasada - Bush Clover Openwork by Choshu ju Masasada 12-1403Tsuba - by Masasada - Bush Clover Openwork by Choshu ju Masasada 12-1403
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Tsuba

ByMasasada
SOLD

Swords

  • Katana
  • Wakizashi
  • Tantō
  • Tachi
  • Naginata
  • Yari
  • Japanese Swords
  • Samurai Swords

Fittings

  • Tsuba
  • Fuchi-Kashira
  • Kozuka
  • Menuki
  • Sword Guards (Tsuba)

Armor

  • Kabuto
  • Samurai Armor
  • All Samurai Armor

By Certification

  • Tokujū
  • Jūyō
  • Tokuho
  • Hozon

Resources

  • Dealer Directory
  • Artist Directory
  • The Daily Kantei
  • Glossary
  • Browse All
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