Soft metal Kabutomushi (Japanese Rhinoceros Beetle) menuki, possibly made of shakudo with parts that have lost patina. The surface has a shiny black and red color with many tones in between. Made in the Edo period.
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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.
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$460
