A Japanese gusoku (composite armour),
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A Japanese gusoku (composite armour), A Japanese gusoku (composite armour), Edo period (1603-1868), the tosei gusoku with studded plates and black lacquer sode (shoulder guards), the spike sixty-four-plate kabuto (helmet) with four-tier neck guard, and a menpo (face mask), the kote (sleeves) with iron kusari (chain mail), the haidate (thigh armour) with lacquer plates, and kôgake, (foot coverings) in iron plates with kusari sewn on to cloth Shipping Disclaimer: Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding guns, knives, swords, and other offensive weapons prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and weapons due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country. Condition Report: Chips and losses to lacquer plating on kabuto. Threads worn and tired to lacing on armour. Foot armour with pitting. Cloth lining worn.
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A Japanese gusoku (composite armour),
Estimate £2,500 - £3,500
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