Ordering Number: AS26215

Katana in Koshirae

Signature:
Souji Chikuzen Daijo Fujiwara Naotane
荘司筑前大掾藤原直胤花押
Bunsei Go-nen Chushun
文政五年仲春（Gimei）

(We divide 4 sections for each sword as Saijyo Saku, Jyojyo Saku, Jyo Saku and Regular Saku)
This work is ranked as Gimei (false signature) for Shoji Chikuzen Daijo Fujiwara Naotane Kao.
Habaki: Silver
Blade Length: 69.24 cm (27.26 in)
Curvature: 1.36 cm (0.54 in)
Mekugi Hole: 1
Width at Base (Motohaba): 3.1 cm (1.22 in)
Width at Tip (Sakihaba): 2.17 cm (0.85 in)
Thickness (Kasane): 0.75 cm (0.30 in)
Blade Weight: 690 grams
Shape: This katana has a normal width, a slightly shallow curvature, and a normal kissaki.
Jigane: Koitame hada is finely forged and becomes a clear and refreshing jigane.
Hamon: Gunome midare with a slightly deep nioiguchi.
The boshi turns back in a round shape.

Features: It is a well-made work, but unfortunately it is Gimei.

Koshirae:
Tsuba: Round Namban-style iron tsuba with an openwork dragon design.
Fuchikashira: Namban-style fuchikashira carved with eggplants, dragonflies, and arabesque motifs.
Saya (Scabbard): Black lacquered saya.
Menuki: Floral motifs carved and decorated with gold iroe.

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Auction Starting Price:250,000JPY

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