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Sword Guard (Tsuba) with Coins

c. 1615–1868

Japan, possibly Edo period

(1615-1868)
Medium
iron
Measurements
Average: 9.3 x 9.6 cm (3 11/16 x 3 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of D. Z. Norton 1919.489
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Location
Not on view
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A four-lobed iron sword guard with a scalloped edge presents a dark, pitted surface. Centered is a vertical, tapered opening bordered by copper-colored metal. This is flanked by kidney-shaped openings filled with a textured, pebbly, silvery-white material. Faint circular designs resembling coins with impressed characters are scattered across the weathered face. The dark-brown patina and rough texture define the piece's aged, metallic composition.

Sword Guard (Tsuba) with Coins

c. 1615–1868

Japan, possibly Edo period (1615-1868)

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