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Lot 152:
WWII Japanese Imperial Shin Gunto Katana
Original Japanese army officer’s sword in shin Gunto mountings from WWII. The blade and the mountings are in excellent condition. The 26 inches blade has a Hamon (temper line) that is present the length of the blade ending in a maru boshi. Some scratches and blemishes due to use. The tang is signed Kanemune and dated Showa ni jyu non go gatsu, or May 1945. The tsuka, or handle, is silk cord wrapped with cherry blossom menuki. The tsuba is very large (3.3 inches) much older than the sword, has brass inlay and open work, with flowers in gold and boar eyes hearts.
Condition: Although care is taken to photograph and describe the item, absence of a condition report does not imply perfect condition. It is the responsibility of the buyer to verify the condition of the item, either in person during our viewing hours prior to auction or through requested condition reports. All bids are final and are subject to our terms and conditions.
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