【Important notes】 ・International Buyers: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. ・Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These duties are paid to your country's customs office and not to us. Prompt payment of these fees is necessary to ensure delivery of your item. ・We deeply value your understanding regarding the blade's export process. The duration to secure an export permit might extend up to a month, and shipping, based on the destination, could take an additional month. In some instances, sea freight may be chosen, which might lengthen the delivery period to 2-3 months. ・Considering the diligence required for export permit procedures, we'd like to emphasize the importance of commitment after purchase. If the auction is annulled post-confirmation, there's a need to retract the said permit. In such situations, to cover administrative efforts, a fee equating to 10% of the auction's final amount would be requested via PayPal. ・We kindly request bids from those who fully acknowledge these conditions. Please be informed that the original registration document is required to be returned to official authorities, so a copy will be provided with the sword. ・Austria prohibits the import of swords, so please refrain from bidding. 【Product details】 This artifact is an elegant and historical Japanese katana, dating back to the 18th-19th century. With its origin wrapped in mystery, this unsigned piece remains an enigmatic emblem of a time gone by. The blade is securely housed in a white scabbard, carefully crafted to maintain and protect the katana over time. The overall length of the sword, when in the scabbard, measures approximately 97.7 cm, with the blade including the tang(Nakago) reaching about 84.7 cm. The fine craftsmanship of this blade is evident in its meticulous design and careful construction, representative of the distinctive artistry and tradition of Japanese sword-making. This katana comes with a sword registration certificate issued by Okayama Prefecture (No. 57355), issued on August, Showa 43, attesting to its authenticity. Classified officially as a “katana,” the blade measures 66.6 cm in length and has a curvature of 1.4 cm. It features two peg holes, indicative of the tang's history of re-handling. A photocopy of the firearm sword registration certificate is also included. Please note that due to its age and history, there are signs of wear and minor scratches on this katana. The blade exhibits a very small scratch. These imperfections do not detract from the overall beauty and historical value of this katana. Instead, they serve as markers of its past and testament to its long-standing durability. The sword stand is not included. Overall Dimensions: L 97.7 cm Dimensions of the blade including Nakago: L 84.7cm ・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!