Epée - Katana by Hizenkoku Tadayoshi 肥前國忠吉 in Fabric-Covered Scabbard with Full Fittings - Japon - Début ou milieu de la période Edo

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【Product details】

Step back in time with this captivating Hizenkoku Tadayoshi katana, a masterpiece from the Edo period. The first kuniada, originally named Hashimoto Shinzaemon, was one of the most prominent swordsmiths of the Shinshinto period. After losing his family at a young age during the Okita Nawate battle, Kunitada embraced the art of sword-making under the protection of the Nabeshima clan in Saga. He flourished and was later honored with the title of Musashi Daijo.

The katana features a quince-shaped tachi tsuba and a handle with the well-known Mitsuba Aoi (three-leaf hollyhock) crest of the Tokugawa family. The scabbard, elegantly covered in fabric, is fitted with various parts including a helmet, a collar, foot metal, and a belt, enhancing its aesthetic and historical value.

This sword comes with a copy of its Firearms and Swords Registration Certificate, the original having been duly returned to the authorities. The details indicating its registered status with Miyazaki Prefecture (No. 19710). It measures approximately 69.1 cm in length with a curvature of 3.2 cm, and features one peg hole. The tang is inscribed with "Hizenkoku Tadayoshi" and was officially registered on December 25, 1972.

Please note, due to size restrictions, this item cannot be shipped to Spain. The sword bears slight signs of wear and patina, indicative of its historical journey. For a detailed assessment of its condition, please refer to the included photographs. The stand depicted is for display purposes only and is not included in the sale.

Length of the blade: 91 cm
Length of scabbard: 101 cm

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