Lot 5092
Sale 111 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals, Tokens & Banknotes (40th Anniversary Sale)
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Description
Japanese katana, in shirasaya, blade signed 'Katsu Mitsu', signature folded over and reset into tang (orikaeshi-Mei meaning Turned-back signature), three tang holes, Koto period pre 1600s, Japanese custom's certificate wrapped around shirasaya. Good blade, very fine - extremely fine.
Together with NTHK (Nihon Token Hozon Kai) authentication papers and very large black metal and mesh carry case with locks and foam padded interior.
Ex Derrick Inman Collection.
Note: Licence to own required in State of Victoria, Australia.
- Estimate
- $2,500
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $2,700