NihontoWatchNihontoWatchA large intact sanmae tsuba, flowers and foliage on fine silvered nanako plate. Momoyama or early Edo. 7.5 cm x 7.3 cm x 4 mm. Sanmae are made with mirror image thin plate on the fron and back, afixed to a copper core and fitted with a mimi. This allowed production of tuba without the expense of a mixed metal core. These frequently come apart, so it is a pleasure to see one in this condition.
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We could not find an authenticity certificate on the seller’s listing. Japanese swords and fittings are normally papered by the NBTHK (or the NTHK). Without one, the attribution is the seller’s own assessment and has not been independently verified — treat it with caution and ask the dealer about certification before buying.
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