【Important notes】 ・International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, and charges not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please note that VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from and does not cover import duties or customs charges in your country. You may still be required to pay additional fees upon delivery, as determined by your local customs authorities. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (airmail). If you are in a hurry, we can arrange shipping via DHL or FedEx upon request for an additional fee. ・Damage and Issues: If you receive a damaged item, please contact us immediately. The damage must be reported to your local post office within 7 days of delivery, and promptly to us and Catawiki support. 【Product details】 This Edo period Japanese iron tsuba (sword guard) is formed in a rounded mokko (quatrefoil) shape, resembling an eight-lobed outline. The overall silhouette is soft and well balanced, giving the piece a refined yet sturdy presence typical of functional sword fittings from the period. The surface is decorated with openwork carving featuring flowing, curvilinear motifs that evoke flower petals and scrolling foliage. The pierced design creates a pleasing rhythm between positive and negative space, allowing light to pass through and highlighting the craftsmanship of the iron plate. The rim is fitted with a fukurin, a protective and decorative band applied around the edge of the tsuba. This was added both to reinforce the iron plate and to enhance its visual finish. The fukurin appears to be made from copper, a common practice intended to improve durability and contrast. Around the tang hole, adjustment marks are visible, indicating that the tsuba was fitted to a specific sword tang during its working life. Light rust is present, consistent with age and use, and the fukurin is slightly loose. Overall, the piece remains in good used condition for its age. Please refer to the photos for details. Dimensions: approx. H 6 cm W 5.9 cm D 0.7 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!