【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. 【Product details】 Step into the world of the Samurai with this singular authentic Kote, an armored sleeve from the Edo period, designed to protect the arm of Japan's elite warriors. This piece showcases the traditional craftsmanship with bellflower motif, symbolizing unchanging love and honesty in Japanese culture. The exterior is adorned with meticulously linked chainmail and reinforced with robust iron plates. The interior, lined with leather, bears the marks of age, attesting to its historical authenticity. Please note, this artifact carries the passage of time with grace, exhibiting wear and tear consistent with centuries-old armor: surface wear, stains, scratches, rust, lacquer chips, fabric discoloration, tears, soiling, holes, and thread fraying can be observed. Please examine the photos for a comprehensive understanding of its condition. Dimensions: approx. H 66 cm W 20 cm D 2 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!