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Description

A striking and complete Japanese samurai armor (gusoku) dating to the mid-Edo period, acquired directly at a Tokyo dealer auction. The ensemble features russet iron, black-lacquered lamellar construction, olive-green odoshi lacing, gilt details, and indigo textiles. It retains all major components and presents a strong, cohesive appearance characteristic of Edo-period samurai armor.

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Mid-Edo Samurai Gusoku – Complete Japanese Armor Set

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$10,385
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Measurements & details

Specifications

Form

Tosei-gusoku

Completeness

Full gusoku (complete suit)

Kabuto

Suji-bachi

Signature

Unsigned

Lacing (odoshi)

Moegi (light green)

Period

Edo

Description

A striking and complete Japanese samurai armor (gusoku) dating to the mid-Edo period, acquired directly at a Tokyo dealer auction. The ensemble features russet iron, black-lacquered lamellar construction, olive-green odoshi lacing, gilt details, and indigo textiles. It retains all major components and presents a strong, cohesive appearance characteristic of Edo-period samurai armor.

Warning — certificate not found

We could not find an authenticity certificate on the seller’s listing. Japanese armour is normally certified by the Nihon Katchū Bugu Kenkyū Hozon Kai (the armour society). 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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Return policy

14-day return if items arrive damaged or in unexpected condition; customer bears return shipping + insurance; items returned in original condition with all accessories; antique armour non-returnable; only regular priced items refundable; shipping costs non-refundable.

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Description

A striking and complete Japanese samurai armor (gusoku) dating to the mid-Edo period, acquired directly at a Tokyo dealer auction. The ensemble features russet iron, black-lacquered lamellar construction, olive-green odoshi lacing, gilt details, and indigo textiles. It retains all major components and presents a strong, cohesive appearance characteristic of Edo-period samurai armor.

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Armor›With›Mid-Edo Samurai Gusoku – Complete Japanese Armor Set
armor

Mid-Edo Samurai Gusoku – Complete Japanese Armor Set

With · Edo

$10,385
Visit seller website →
Armor
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Measurements & details

Specifications

Form

Tosei-gusoku

Completeness

Full gusoku (complete suit)

Kabuto

Suji-bachi

Signature

Unsigned

Lacing (odoshi)

Moegi (light green)

Period

Edo

Description

A striking and complete Japanese samurai armor (gusoku) dating to the mid-Edo period, acquired directly at a Tokyo dealer auction. The ensemble features russet iron, black-lacquered lamellar construction, olive-green odoshi lacing, gilt details, and indigo textiles. It retains all major components and presents a strong, cohesive appearance characteristic of Edo-period samurai armor.

Warning — certificate not found

We could not find an authenticity certificate on the seller’s listing. Japanese armour is normally certified by the Nihon Katchū Bugu Kenkyū Hozon Kai (the armour society). 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
Supein Nihonto
🇪🇸Ships from Spain
›
✓Verified dealersupeinnihonto.com
Settles in USD
Credit card
Return policy

14-day return if items arrive damaged or in unexpected condition; customer bears return shipping + insurance; items returned in original condition with all accessories; antique armour non-returnable; only regular priced items refundable; shipping costs non-refundable.

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¥3,100

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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