Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Shigetsugu NBTHK TOKUBETSU HOZON TOKEN Certificate

SKU: NIHKATNIH151618073

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Authentic Nihontō Japanese Sword Katana Signed by Shigetsugu(Tosa) 重次(土佐)NBTHK TOKUBETSU HOZON TOKEN Certificate

Shigeji lived in Kochi and was known as Nakazawa Uemon. He studied swordsmithing under Kunioki, the second-generation Yoshimichi of Osaka.

This sword has a well-proportioned width from the base to the tip, giving it an extended kissaki. The kitae (forging pattern) features well-forged small itame hada with some standing grain and ji-nie, entering the chikei. The hamon is primarily ko-nie based, with a bright and clear nioiguchi, showcasing a variety of patterns including notare, gunome, suguha, and choji, all perfectly executed. The blade also features ashi, yo, sunagashi, and kinsuji, with the boshi being straight and ending in a round tip, extending to below the yokote on both sides.

The sword is well-balanced with a center of gravity towards the hilt and has no significant forging flaws. It allows the enjoyment of four different hamon patterns in one blade, and the high-quality polish enhances its sharp and aesthetically pleasing appearance. Due to his involvement in Kunioki's sword-making, the number of existing works by Tosa Shigeji is limited and rarely seen on the market. The craftsmanship evident in this sword indicates a high level of skill.

Bare weight: 716 grams.

Nihontō Information

Name 名称  重次(土佐) - Shigetsugu(Tosa) -
Blade Length 刀長  二尺二寸七分八厘八毛強 / 69.05 cm
Sori 反り  六分三厘強 / 1.93 cm
Blade Width 元幅  32.3 mm
Blade Thickness 元重  7.3 mm
Tip Width 先幅  物打24.3 mm 横手位置22.3 mm
Tip Thickness 先重  物打5.4 mm 松葉位置5.0 mm
Mekugi-ana 目釘穴  1個
Age 時代  江戸前期天和頃(1661~)The early period of Edo era (17th Century)
Certificate 鑑定書  特別保存刀剣鑑定書(NBTHK TOKUBETSU HOZON TOKEN Certificate)
Registration 登録  平成2年12月11日 大阪府登録Registered on December 11, 1990, in Osaka Prefecture
Included 附属  素銅地金着はばき (Plain copper habaki with gold plating)
 白鞘 (Shirasaya Case)




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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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