Antique Japanese 17th Century Samurai Signed Tsuba Sword Hilt Monk Tsutsugaki Dating to late 19th century

Dating to late 19th century Meiji era (c

1800-1860) all hand painted sake cup (Guinomi or Sakazuki) used specifically for drinking sake

Having been used lovingly over the past century+

this dish remains in excellent condition

Antique Japanese 17th Century Samurai Signed Tsuba Sword Hilt Monk Tsutsugaki Dating to late 19th centuryThis is an antique Japanese Edo period (c. 1596 1868) tsuba (handguard) for a Katana or Wakazashi. It is possible that this dated back even further into the 1500's. This tsuba is made with typical forged steel and is in the shape of a marugata and inlayed with gold which is still evident in a few places. The sword smiths mei happens to translate to Right Answer which is also engraved near the nakakgo hitsu Ana. This tsuba shows considerable wear from