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Lot 6:
Description
A Japanese short sword (tantō) comprising a steel blade, a hilt featuring black wrapping, and a red, ribbed lacquered wood scabbard with a black transition piece and a metal suspension ring. The lot is accompanied by a yellow paper ‘鑑定書’ (Kanteisho) or authentication certificate. The certificate features extensive printed Japanese text, including ‘短刀’ (tantō), red seals, and a unique serial number (No 3034141). It displays a photograph of a sword tang matching the item and bears dates such as Reiwa 6 (2024) and Showa 27 (1952), along with names of organizations including the ‘日本美術刀剣保存協会’ (Society for the Preservation of the Japanese Art Sword) and ‘大阪府教育委員会’ (Osaka Prefecture Board of Education).
Condition report:
The steel blade shows significant surface rust and pitting on the tang (nakago) and general dullness. The hilt and scabbard appear in fair to good condition with minor wear. The accompanying Kanteisho certificate is in good, folded condition.
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