19th C. Russo-Japanese Steel Kyu-gunto Sword
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Description
East Asia, Japan, later Meiji Period, ca. 1883 to 1945 CE. A kyu-gunto, also known as a Russo-Japanese sword, used by Japanese officers in the Army, Navy, and Cavalry for over fifty years. This example is from an Army officer, distinguished by its backstrap and side piece with chrysanthemum emblems. These swords had a wide range of customizations, and this example features a fine, machine-made steel blade and a lacquered wood handle enhanced by brass bands. The steel scabbard would have once been wrapped in leather. A fine example of an Imperial Japanese weapon. Size w/ sheath: 35.5" L (90.2 cm)
Provenance: private J.H. collection, Beaverton, Oregon, USA, acquired in the early 1990s; ex-Fagan Arms, Clinton Township, Michigan, USA
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#151940
Provenance: private J.H. collection, Beaverton, Oregon, USA, acquired in the early 1990s; ex-Fagan Arms, Clinton Township, Michigan, USA
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#151940
Condition
Scabbard has lost its leather covering. Rich patina on all surfaces, with the decorative motifs on the handle well preserved.
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19th C. Russo-Japanese Steel Kyu-gunto Sword
Estimate $800 - $1,200
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