The John Bannister Collection - D-Day and Militaria
Lot 2197:
Description
Antique Japanese Civilian Wakazashi. With paperwork. BLADE: Signed Yasu Hiro from Kii Kuni. Dated 1663. BLADE MARKINGS: Visible temper line in need of a polish. HABAKI: Fancy design Silver wash. GUARD (Tsuba): Iron with gold accents (Birds, plants). HANDLE (Tsuka): Handle re-wrapped with unmatched fitting. SCABBARD (Saya): Wood with antique side knife. Lacquered and split. MEASUREMENTS : 29.5” overall. 20” blade. Please see photos for overall condition.
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