【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. ・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. 【Important notes – Swords】 ・Please note that obtaining the necessary export permit for sword typically takes about 3 to 4 weeks, so kindly be aware of this timeline in advance. ・The following countries prohibit sword imports, so please refrain from bidding. (AUSTRIA, BELGIUM & the UNITED KINGDOM) ・The following countries can be shipped by airmail (GERMANY, FRANCE, POLAND & the UNITED STATES). All other destinations will be shipped by Japan Post seamail (lead time 3 to 4 months), as airlines refuse to carry swords. However, if you require faster delivery, air shipping may be possible through a different carrier for an additional fee, so please contact us. 【Product details】 This wakizashi is housed in a plain wooden storage scabbard and comes with a purple protective cloth bag. The blade is unsigned, retaining the quiet dignity and craftsmanship typical of traditional Japanese swords from this period. This sword comes with a photocopy of its Firearms and Swords Registration Certificate from Akita Prefecture, number 12874, as the original has been returned to the government. The certificate details are as follows: Type: Wakizashi, Length: 51.8 cm, Curvature: 0.9 cm, with one peg hole, and unsigned on both the obverse and reverse. Issued on June 18, Showa 40 (1965). A very small nick is present on the cutting edge, with additional scuffs and areas of rust visible on the blade surface. The scabbard shows several prominent cracks, with parts reinforced using adhesive tape. Remnants of old labels, abrasions, minor scratches, and discolouration can also be observed. The copper habaki has developed a patina over time. The protective cloth bag has stains. Please refer to the photos for a detailed view of the condition. The display stand is not included in this lot. Length of the blade: 69 cm Total length including scabbard: 80 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・Attribution provided for reference only, subject to authentication ・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!