Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Akifusa NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale 2025
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Akifusa NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale 2025
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Akifusa NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale 2025
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Akifusa NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale 2025
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Akifusa NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale 2025
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Akifusa NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale 2025
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Akifusa NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale 2025
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Akifusa NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale 2025
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Akifusa NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale 2025
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Akifusa NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale 2025
Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Akifusa NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate | KatanaSwordArt Nihonto For Sale 2025

Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Akifusa NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate

SKU: NIHKATNIH161637072
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$7,767.00 AUD
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Description

Authentic Nihontō Japanese Sword Katana Signed by Fujiwara Akifusa 藤原秋房於江府作之 NBTHK HOZON TŌKEN Certificate

Upon consulting the sword registry, there are two swordsmiths named 秋房 (Akifusa) in 上州 (Joshu) who used the surname 源 (Minamoto). However, given the 80-year difference between the active periods of these smiths and the date inscribed on this sword, it is likely they are different individuals. This 秋房 (Akifusa) might be an unrecorded swordsmith. If anyone has information about this particular 秋房 (Akifusa), please share it with us.

The blade has a prominent difference in width between the base and the tip, with a slightly extended kissaki. It features a high curvature (sori) starting from above the hilt, giving it an elegant appearance while still conveying sharpness. The jihada is well-forged with a dense mokume pattern, thick layers of ji-nie, and chikei. The hamon is a gentle gunome-midare with ashi and prominent sunagashi. The boshi is rounded with a maru return on both sides.

Currently, there is some light rust on the blade, but it does not hinder appreciation. The balance is comfortable with the center of gravity near the hilt, making it easy to handle.

The sword was registered in 東京都 (Tokyo) in February 1951, indicating that it was in the possession of a prominent family at that time.
*Note: This sword comes with a certificate from the 銃砲刀剣研究会 (Gun and Sword Research Association) attributing it to 上州秋房 (Joshu Akifusa). However, due to the aforementioned differences in period, we consider it to be a different 秋房 (Akifusa).

Bare weight: 644 grams.

Nihontō Information

Name 名称  藤原秋房於江府作之　天保四年癸巳年三月日 Fujiwara Akifusa -
Blade Length 刀長  二尺二寸五分一厘弱 / 68.22 cm
Sori 反り  八分五厘強 / 2.6 cm
Blade Width 元幅  29.2 mm
Blade Thickness 元重  7.6 mm
Tip Width 先幅  物打21.1 mm　横手位置18.7 mm
Tip Thickness 先重  物打5.0 mm　松葉位置4.7 mm
Mekugi-ana 目釘穴  1個
Age 時代  江戸後期天保4年（1833） The latter period of Edo era（19th century）
Certificate 鑑定書  保存刀剣鑑定書（NBTHK HOZON TŌKEN Certificate） 銃砲刀剣研究会鑑定書（Juhō Tōken Kenkyūkai Kanteisho）
Registration 登録  昭和26年2月26日　東京都登録 Registered on February 26, 1951, in Tokyo Prefecture
Included 附属 素銅地金着はばき (Copper habaki with gold plating)


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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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