Antiques, Decorative and Fine Arts Auction

Antique Japanese Long Wakizashi Samurai Sword

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Start price: CAD $1,000

Estimated price: C$ 1,000 - C$ 15,000

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Japanese long wakizashi, blade is mumei, or unsigned, in good condition with some scratches and blemishes. The koshirae is very nice and in great condition with a very detailed fuchi and a cherry blossom engraved in the Habaki. The tsuka or handle is silk-wrapped and in very good condition. What really sets apart this sword is the awesome look and high quality of the saya or scabbard. It is made of inserted stones (some are missing) and makes a very interesting and seldom seen design. The tsuba has a remarkable shape. Overall length is 37 inches, blade length 21 inches, saya measures 28 inches.

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