Lot 1300:
Japanese Kyu Gunto Military Saber with Scabbard
Sold for: $110
Description
A Japanese Kyu Gunto military saber with its matching metal scabbard. The curved steel blade features extensive corrosion, rust, and significant loss of what appears to be an original yellow-gold gilded or lacquered finish, revealing pitted base metal. The hilt, likely cast in bronze or brass, presents a stirrup guard, a dark ridged grip, and a backstrap embossed with distinctive cherry blossom (sakura) motifs, terminating in a stylized dragon or lion head pommel. The metal scabbard is heavily rusted, corroded, and shows widespread finish degradation and minor dents. No specific manufacturer’s marks or legible text are visible.
Condition report:
Overall, both the sword and scabbard are in poor to fair condition, showing considerable signs of age and environmental exposure. The blade exhibits extensive corrosion, rust, and pitting, with significant loss of its original finish. The hilt shows substantial verdigris, finish loss, and general wear, with remnants of a reddish-brown coating. The scabbard is heavily rusted, corroded, and has widespread finish degradation and minor dents.
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