Very fine original Japanese Samurai 0-Wakizashi Sword, 16th/17th cent. 27 total

S word with 4 holes in tang, unsigned. Early tsuba with silver inlaid figure on one side and a creek with leaves on the other. The handle with original mixed metal inlaid fittings & worn old sharkskin handle with one fine silver lobster menuki remaining. Sword blade length 22", Overall is 27". From a local CA collectors estate.

The blade has old deep patina has a few small chips to the blade edge as it shows its use & history. The old red lacquered scabbard has a painted black dragon design with matching mixed metal hardware. Damage to the base of the scabbard now wrapped.

(Appears some pieces are missing & a few light scratches to the lacquer). The photographs are an important part of the items condition. The item "Very fine original Japanese Samurai 0-Wakizashi Sword, 16th/17th cent. 27 total" is in sale since Sunday, March 22, 2020.

This item is in the category "Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Swords". The seller is "owamlw" and is located in Carmel by the Sea, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Region of Origin: Japan

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