This is a kogatana made by Norikatsu who lived in Suifu (Hitachi province). Norikatsu was a Mito samurai born in 1809 and died in 1872. The blade is from the late Edo period around Bunkyu era (1861~).
NihontoWatchmei · Ansei (1854-1860) · nagasa 11.38cm
Norikatsu
Ansei (1854-1860)
Hitachi
Signed
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.
Returns accepted within 3 days of delivery for defective items or significant discrepancies; customer bears return shipping and bank fees.
This is a kogatana made by Norikatsu who lived in Suifu (Hitachi province). Norikatsu was a Mito samurai born in 1809 and died in 1872. The blade is from the late Edo period around Bunkyu era (1861~).
NihontoWatchmei · Ansei (1854-1860) · nagasa 11.38cm
Norikatsu
Ansei (1854-1860)
Hitachi
Signed
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.
Returns accepted within 3 days of delivery for defective items or significant discrepancies; customer bears return shipping and bank fees.
