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Lot 7014

Two Black and Gold Japanese Katana Swords

Sold July 19, 2025

Price realized
$450
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Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.

About this lot

Estimated Value: $500 – $700

Origin: Eastern Asia, Japan, Early 20th century

Medium: Metal, Wood, Rope, and Steel

Dimension: The bigger Katana is 40 inches long and the tsuba 3.5in in diameter. The smaller Katana is 27 inches long and the tsuba is 3 inches in diameter.

Condition: The bigger Katana’s saya (blade sleeve) has some scratches and paint loss. The two pieces of wood are loose but still together. The rope has fraying on the ends. The blade has minor dents and scratches. The tsuba has scratches around the edge. The rope around the tsuka (handle) is fraying in several spots and disconnected at the base. The smaller Katana’s saya has some paint loss. The rope around the saya is fraying at the ends. The blade has minor scratches and the tsuba has scratches around the edges.

Description: The Katana’s both have a black saya with a gold design. Both have a silver in color tsuba, gold rope on the the saya and the tsuka. On either side of both tsuka’s is a dragon ornament. On both bid and small, under the handle wrap is samagawa. The katana is an iconic curved, single-edged sword with a rich history rooted in feudal Japan. It evolved from earlier swords to become a symbol of the samurai. Its origins can be traced back to the 13th century, when swordsmiths perfected the art of selective tempering. This innovation allowed for the creation of lighter, sharper, and more durable blades. The curvature of the katana made it particularly suitable for quick, decisive cuts, especially during the Kamakura and Muromachi periods, when such capabilities were crucial in battle.

Lot details

Lot
7014
Closed
July 19, 2025
Sold $450
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