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

Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Sukemitsu NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate

SKU: NIHKATNIH131319072
Price:
$8,367.00 AUD
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In stock

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Description

Authentic Nihontō Japanese Sword Katana Signed by Bishu Osafune Sukemitsu 備州長船助光 NBTHK　HOZON TŌKEN Certificate

The 備前助光 (Bizen Sukemitsu) of the 室町期 (Muromachi period) is believed to have begun around the 應永 (Oei) era and continued through the 永享 (Eikyo), 文明 (Bunmei), 永正 (Eisho), and 天文 (Tenbun) eras, spanning five generations.

This sword, judging from its shape and form, is likely from the third generation. The difference in width between the base and the tip is well-proportioned, and the middle tip is slightly extended. The 地鉄 (jigane) is a well-forged 杢目 (mokume) mixed with straight grain, featuring a faint midare-utsuri. The 刃文 (hamon) is a straight suguha with small midare, predominantly nioi-based, with abundant ashi forming small gunome and choji, and prominent sunagashi. The variations along the blade's edge and within the blade are reminiscent of a famous old sword from the 鎌倉期 (Kamakura period). The 帽子 (boshi) on the front side is slightly burnt down, while the back side is straight with a generous round return. Observing the 茎 (nakago), there are traces of curvature adjustments made over time, reflecting the sword's history.

There are forging lines visible near the base on the front side, but these can be made less noticeable with fine art polishing. We highly recommend having it re-polished to fully enjoy its beauty.
*There is some glue separation at the end of the 白鞘 (shirasaya scabbard). The handle (tsuka) has some looseness.

Bare weight: 654 grams.

Nihontō Information

Name 名称  備州長船助光 - Bishu Osafune Sukemitsu  
Blade Length 刃長  二尺二寸九分三厘強 / 69.5 cm  
Sori 反り  六分三厘弱 / 1.92 cm  
Blade Width 元幅  28.4 mm  
Blade Thickness 元重  6.2 mm  
Tip Width 先幅  物打22.8 mm　　横手位置19.5 mm  
Tip Thickness 先重  物打5.4 mm　　松葉先4.4 mm  
Mekugi-ana 目釘穴  3個  
Age 時代  室町中期  The middle period of Muromachi era (14th to 16th century)
Certificate 鑑定書 保存刀剣鑑定書(NBTHK HOZON TŌKEN Certificate)
Registration 登録 昭和47年6月17日 群馬県登録 Registered on June 17, 1972 in Gunma Prefecture
Included 附属 銀台金着二重はばき(Silver Base with Double Gold-Plated Habaki)
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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