【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. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (airmail). If you are in a hurry, we can arrange shipping via DHL or FedEx upon request for an additional fee. ・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. 【Product details】 Late Edo period or later iron sword guard (tsuba) with a chrysanthemum motif carved in radiating lines across the surface. The chrysanthemum is a highly significant symbol in Japanese culture, long associated with the Imperial family, longevity, nobility, and renewal. It also represents resilience, as the flower blooms in autumn when other flowers have faded. The nakago-ana (central opening) has adjustment marks around the opening where the guard was fitted to a blade. This practical adaptation reflects its genuine use as a functional sword mounting. The iron surface shows natural wear from age, with minor scuffs and traces of slight rust. Please refer to the photos for details of its condition. Dimensions: approx. H 7 cm W 6.6 cm D 0.3 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!