This is a single menuki (katamenuki) featuring a phoenix design, unsigned (mumei). Crafted during the Edo period, it measures 3.38 cm in width and 1.5 cm in height, weighing 4.4 grams. The phoenix, a mythical bird symbolizing good fortune, is rendered in high relief on a shakudo ground with gold accents, showcasing intricate carving and a graceful form.
NihontoWatch
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.
Returns accepted within 3 days of delivery for defective items or significant discrepancies; customer bears return shipping and bank fees.
This is a single menuki (katamenuki) featuring a phoenix design, unsigned (mumei). Crafted during the Edo period, it measures 3.38 cm in width and 1.5 cm in height, weighing 4.4 grams. The phoenix, a mythical bird symbolizing good fortune, is rendered in high relief on a shakudo ground with gold accents, showcasing intricate carving and a graceful form.
NihontoWatchEdo
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.
Returns accepted within 3 days of delivery for defective items or significant discrepancies; customer bears return shipping and bank fees.