Antique Nihonto Katana Attributed to Sue Seki NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Attributed to Sue Seki NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Attributed to Sue Seki NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Attributed to Sue Seki NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Attributed to Sue Seki NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Attributed to Sue Seki NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Attributed to Sue Seki NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Attributed to Sue Seki NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Attributed to Sue Seki NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Attributed to Sue Seki NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Attributed to Sue Seki NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Attributed to Sue Seki NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Attributed to Sue Seki NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Attributed to Sue Seki NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale
Antique Nihonto Katana Attributed to Sue Seki NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale

Antique Nihonto Katana Attributed to Sue Seki NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate

SKU: NIHKATNIH149552073
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$9,192.00 AUD
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Authentic Nihontō Japanese Sword Katana Attributed to Sue Seki 末関 NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate

末関 refers to a collective term for Mino swordsmiths who were active during the Sue-Koto period in the latter part of the Muromachi period. During the Sengoku period, Mino swordsmiths flourished, surpassing even Bizen in prominence, and produced renowned craftsmen such as Kanemoto and Kanetsugu. Their swords were reputed for their sharp cutting ability and were highly popular among warriors.

Though this sword has been significantly shortened, it retains a beautiful form. The width difference between the base and the tip is gracefully proportioned, and the kissaki is slightly extended. Although it does not have an individual signature, its craftsmanship is typical of Sue-Seki, which any sword enthusiast would recognize. The jigane is well-forged with a mix of ko-itame and mokume, incorporating chikei. Unlike many Sue-Seki works that often exhibit whitish and prominent hada, this piece is more subdued and beautifully executed. The hamon is suguha with elements of notare and gunome, displaying the characteristic pointed shapes of Mino-den. The ha shows fine sunagashi and kinsuji, and the boshi is straight with a rounded return, slightly swept back at the tip.

This sword has been newly polished by our shop, allowing you to appreciate the fresh and refined appearance of Sue-Seki's distinct hada and hamon.

The accompanying Type 98 Army sword koshirae is a high-quality piece with a thicker tsuba than usual. Originally a Type 94 with two suspension rings, one ring has been removed. It appears to have been owned by an officer named Kiyohara, as indicated by the name inscribed on all the fittings and the tsuka.

Bare weight: 611 grams. Weight with koshirae: 1,074 grams.

Nihontō Information

Name 名称  無銘（末関） - Mumei（Sue Seki） -
Blade Length 刀長  二尺一寸八分四厘強 / 66.2 cm
Sori 反り  四分四厘強 / 1.35 cm
Blade Width 元幅  30.1 mm
Blade Thickness 元重  7.2 mm
Tip Width 先幅  物打22.4 mm　横手位置19.4 mm
Tip Thickness 先重  物打5.4 mm　松葉先3.8 mm
Mekugi-ana 目釘穴  3個
Age 時代  室町後期 The latter period of Muromachi era (16th Century)
Certificate 鑑定書  保存刀剣鑑定書(NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate)
Registration 登録  平成24年7月9日　東京都登録 Registered on July 9, 2012, in Tokyo Prefecture
Included 附属:  ・素銅地銀着はばき (Copper habaki with silver plating)
・陸軍九八式軍刀拵（元九四式） (Type 98 Army sword koshirae, originally Type 94)


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The Nihon Bijutsu Token Hozon Kyokai (日本美術刀剣保存協会), also known as the Society for the Preservation of Japanese Art Swords, is one of the most respected organizations for Japanese sword certification. The NBTHK conducted a meticulous evaluation of this blade and determined that it possesses historical and artistic significance worthy of preservation. The purchaser will receive this original certificate.

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