| Accession No |
1800.482
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| Name/Title |
SWORD, JAPANESE SWORD; KATANA
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| Brief Description |
This traditional Japanese sword has a slightly curved, single-edged blade and a brass tsuba (sword guard). The wooden grip is bound with gold and brass wire to match the scabbard which is similarly bound and decorated with brass insects and a peacock. Belt rings in the scabbard have a red cord tied between them.
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| Classification |
Bayonet, Sword/Armament T&E - Edged/Armament T&E/T&E For Science & Technology/Nomenclature
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| Primary Prod Date |
19th Century
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| Primary Prod Place |
Japan
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| Measurement Reading |
75.5 x 7cm
60.5 x 5.5cm
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