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Square sword guard with cut-off corners
Unknown17th-19th century, Edo period
Tachibana Museum
Fukuoka-ken, Japan
The octagonal shape was created by rotating and hammering its four corners. The hole on the left side is for inserting a kozuka (utility knife).
This sword guard is attributed to Kyo Shoami which is a school of sword guard established in Kyoto in the 16th century.
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Details
- Title: Square sword guard with cut-off corners
- Creator: Unknown
- Date Created: 17th-19th century, Edo period
- Physical Dimensions: L: 6.0cm, W: 5.1cm, Thic: 0.2cm
- Type: Arms & Armour
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