Katana - Tamahagane - Wakizashi w/White Sheath : A5-978 - Japan - Edo Period (1600-1868)

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Julien Gauthier
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With almost a decade of experience bridging science, museum curation, and traditional blacksmithing, Julien has developed a unique expertise in historical arms, armour, and African art.

Estimate  € 600 - € 750
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Description from the seller

Signature)
No sign.

Size)
TOTAL Length : 56 cm
Blade length : 36.7 cm
Curve : 0.7 cm
Motohaba : 2.7 cm
Motogasane × Sakigasane : 0.5 × 0.35 cm
Weight : 550 g (without stand)


Condition)
There are few cracks, rusty.
Mekugi hole doesn't match Nakago hole.
No Mekugi pin.

Small scratches typical of the forging process are proof of authenticity.
Attribution is provided for reference only, subject to authentication.
Please see the close-up pictures for details.

Shipping)
Now, EMS (Air mail) can not use all country.
FRACE can be ship sword by EMS

Another country ship sword by Surface mail
Surface mail takes 2 ~ 3 months.
And I can not ship sword to United Kingdom, Belgium, Austria.


TAKES TIME FOR SHIP SWORD.
Please understanding time for ship sword.
We have to returned registration card for export, takes 1 months.
And then, we send you blade by EMS or Surface mail.
Hand forged samurai blades are registered in the Agency for Cultural Affairs as artwork and The Board of Education (Cultural properties protection Committee); therefore each sword has the registration card, issued by the Board of Education.
But I can not send you Original ,must be keeped in Japan by law.
Please understanding.

Signature)
No sign.

Size)
TOTAL Length : 56 cm
Blade length : 36.7 cm
Curve : 0.7 cm
Motohaba : 2.7 cm
Motogasane × Sakigasane : 0.5 × 0.35 cm
Weight : 550 g (without stand)


Condition)
There are few cracks, rusty.
Mekugi hole doesn't match Nakago hole.
No Mekugi pin.

Small scratches typical of the forging process are proof of authenticity.
Attribution is provided for reference only, subject to authentication.
Please see the close-up pictures for details.

Shipping)
Now, EMS (Air mail) can not use all country.
FRACE can be ship sword by EMS

Another country ship sword by Surface mail
Surface mail takes 2 ~ 3 months.
And I can not ship sword to United Kingdom, Belgium, Austria.


TAKES TIME FOR SHIP SWORD.
Please understanding time for ship sword.
We have to returned registration card for export, takes 1 months.
And then, we send you blade by EMS or Surface mail.
Hand forged samurai blades are registered in the Agency for Cultural Affairs as artwork and The Board of Education (Cultural properties protection Committee); therefore each sword has the registration card, issued by the Board of Education.
But I can not send you Original ,must be keeped in Japan by law.
Please understanding.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
Yes
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Tamahagane
Condition
Fair
Dynastic Style/Period
Edo Period (1600-1868)
Artist
Wakizashi w/White Sheath : A5-978
Sold with stand
No
Overall Length
56 cm
Estimated period
1603-1868
JapanVerified
1791
Objects sold
99.08%
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Disclaimer: Decorative and Martial Arts Use Only This item is offered for auction with the understanding that it is intended exclusively for decorative purposes or martial arts practice. By participating in this auction, you agree to: Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies. Ensure that your use of this item is consistent with the stated purposes. Please note that this item has not been inspected by Catawiki for safety or functionality. Catawiki does not condone illegal activities and is not responsible for any damage or injury resulting from the use or misuse of this item.

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