17 C. SUPERB FINE & LARGE HEIANJO TSUBA Japanese Samurai Sword Menuki Kozuka

  

Large photos below under the description. A large & very attractive strong Heianjo Tsuba. Jidai (era) : early Edo period 17th century circa 1650's.

Large Katana sized 8.7 cm or 3-7/16. Material : well forged fine- iron with A well. In fine sukashi's / open work in to the space. A rich & deep dark chocolate brown patina on the iron combined with old-Urushi lacquer.

The whole Tsuba exhibit A fine workmanship & fine A beautiful condition with no problem of any kind! Premium condition on the iron & the brass inlays! Large sizes : 3-7/16 " x 3-3/8" or 8.7 cm x 8.6 cm. Thickness : 5.2 mm thick at the rim / mimi & 4.4 mm thick at seppa-dai / center. Condition : beautiful color / patina & in very good condition with no damage of any kind!

All brass inlays are in perfect condition all present with A beautiful patina & as you can see clearly in the photos below! Any other question please ask, my description is honest & very accurate. This item is in the category "Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Tsuba".

The seller is "ericowazamono" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.

1. Type: TSUBA
2. Region of Origin: Japan
3. Age: 19 TH CENTURY
4. Primary Material: IRON
5. Maker: Higo Kamiyoshi + NBTHK HOZON
6. Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
7. Color: DEEP DARK BROWN