JG AI Test
Lot 7:
Description
A Japanese sword blade, identified as a tanto, accompanied by its koshirae and a certification document. The metal blade features a curved profile, a single edge, and a visible temper line (hamon). The tang (nakago) has multiple holes (mekugi-ana) and visible, unreadable kanji markings. The koshirae includes a lacquered wooden saya (scabbard) with segmented red and black coloring. The tsuka (handle) is wrapped in a dark material over what appears to be ray skin, adorned with a braided cord (sageo) attached to the saya. The accompanying light green paper document is densely covered in Japanese script, bears several red ink stamps (hanko), and includes a small diagram of a sword tang. It is marked with the serial number ‘186851’ and is identified as an NTHK Kanteisho (certification paper), attributing the blade to Sanjo Yoshinori and dated Showa 45 (1970).
Condition report:
The blade exhibits notable surface rust, pitting, and general wear consistent with age. The koshirae shows general wear consistent with use. The accompanying document shows signs of multiple folds and minor creases.
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