***Import Duty and Taxes*** For all international shipments, applicable customs fees, duties, taxes, and required charges will apply to your order. These fees, import duties (if applicable), and local taxes are assessed when the package arrives in your country. These additional charges are the responsibility of the recipient. If applicable, it is the customer's responsibility to pay any import duties and taxes imposed by the government of the receiving country. These fees will be collected by the carrier at the time of delivery. As shipping costs are calculated based on weight and size, larger or heavier items may be more expensive to ship. 

After your purchase, important delivery information is sent to your registered email address. Please make sure to check your emails regularly until the delivery is complete. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. By bidding on this lot, you acknowledge and agree to these terms.

To our customers in EU: Please be advised that as of 2026, a new import fee of €3 has been implemented. Thank you so much for your patience and understanding.***Import Duty and Taxes*** For all international shipments, applicable customs fees, duties, taxes, and required charges will apply to your order. These fees, import duties (if applicable), and local taxes are assessed when the package arrives in your country. These additional charges are the responsibility of the recipient. If applicable, it is the customer's responsibility to pay any import duties and taxes imposed by the government of the receiving country. These fees will be collected by the carrier at the time of delivery. As shipping costs are calculated based on weight and size, larger or heavier items may be more expensive to ship. 

*****
After your purchase, important delivery information is sent to your registered email address. Please make sure to check your emails regularly until the delivery is complete. *****
 Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. By bidding on this lot, you acknowledge and agree to these terms.

To our customers in EU: Please be advised that as of March 2026, a new import fee of €3 has been implemented. Thank you so much for your patience and understanding.



 An artistic and highly meaningful Japanese iron tsuba (sword guard), featuring a beautifully poetic and auspicious autumn night scene. Shape: Mokko-gata (Lobed shape) A classic and prestigious four-lobed form that provides an elegant framework for the design. Design / Motif: Nasu (Eggplant) and the Full Moon This tsuba depicts a quiet autumn night. Bottom Right: A plump eggplant (Nasu) is rendered in high relief (Takabori), with its delicate vines and leaves elegantly accented with gold inlay (Kin-zogan). Top Right: A beautiful full moon is inlaid with zogan, creating a stunning contrast against the dark iron base. Cultural Significance (The Samurai Connection): While an eggplant may seem unusual for a weapon to Western eyes, it was a highly revered lucky symbol for samurai during the Edo period. Success: The Japanese word for eggplant, Nasu, sounds exactly like the verb "to accomplish/succeed" (Nasu / 成す), symbolizing the fulfillment of desires and victory in battle. Good Fortune: It is part of the famous Japanese proverb "Ichi-Fuji, Ni-Taka, San-Nasu" (First Mt. Fuji, second the hawk, third the eggplant)—the three luckiest things to see in a New Year's dream. Fruitful Effort: Eggplant flowers always bear fruit without waste, symbolizing that one's hard work will always reward them. Size: Approx. 64 mm x 71 mm Thickness: Approx. 4.5 mm Weight: Approx. 94g Condition The tsuba is in relatively good antique condition overall, showcasing a beautiful aged patina and deep character. Please note: There is a imperfection Shipping* We will send items from yabai artworks Japan. FedEx International Priority DHL WORLD WIDE UPS Worldwide Saver EMS / Speed Post