Set of Sword-Hilt Washers and Pommels (Fuchigashira) and Sword Guards (Tsuba) for a Pair of Swords (Daishō)

Date19th century

MediumIron, gold, copper-silver alloy (shibuichi), copper-gold alloy (shakudō)

DimensionsSword-hilt washers (Fuchi) (a and d); L. 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm); W. 15/16 in. (2.4 cm); pommels (Kashira) (b and e); L. 1 3/8 in. (3.5 cm); W. 11/16 in. (1.8 cm); sword guards (Tsuba) (c and f); H. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm)

CultureJapanese

DepartmentArms and Armor

ClassificationSword Furniture-Fittings, Sets of

Gift of Herman A. E. and Paul C. Jaehne, 1943

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