Description

Japanese iron tsuba, an important fitting on a samurai’s sword to protect their hands from the blade and provide balance. Decorated with relief gold lacquer image of a gourd and opposing catfish.
The backside of the tsuba is gold plated, with commemorative inscription “Bill – Christmas, 1972”. The plating is signed with 14k and 18k gold marks, and stamped Potter Mellen. With custom base.

Mid Edo Period (1603 – 1868)

Dimensions: 3″ x 2 3/4″ x 4 3/4″ (w/ stand)