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

Antique Nihonto Katana Signed by Tomofusa NBTHK HOZON TOKEN Certificate

SKU: NIHKATNIH137541072
Price:
$8,103.00 AUD
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In stock

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Description

Authentic Nihontō Japanese Sword Katana Signed by Miyauchinosuke Tomofusa 宮内之介友房  NBTHK　HOZON TŌKEN Certificate 

友房 (Tomofusa) was a swordsmith from 陸奥 (Mutsu) who lived in 白石 (Shiroishi) and was active around the 慶應 (Keio) period. 

This sword is slender with a noticeable difference in width between the base and the tip, giving it an elegant and graceful appearance. The tip is slightly extended, with grooves (刀樋) running along both sides. The steel (地鉄) is well-forged with a fine ko-itame grain that is densely packed and thick with ji-nie, giving it a smooth appearance. However, the underlying grain pattern is visible. The hamon has a deep nioiguchi, featuring large nie in a gunome pattern, mixed with yubashiri-like tobiyaki. It includes ashi in the ha and occasional ko-choji, with sunagashi, creating a dynamic appearance. The hamon extends into a midare-komi pattern at the boshi, which sweeps back sharply and returns in a round shape.

The nakago bears an inscription indicating that it was a custom order, suggesting that it was meticulously crafted. The balance is centered towards the handle, making it feel very light and easy to handle. 

Since it fits well into standard saya, it is possible to create a koshirae at a low cost. 

Bare weight: 662 grams.

Nihontō Information

Name 名称  宮内之介友房 - Miyauchinosuke Tomofusa
Blade Length 刀長  二尺二寸三分七厘強 / 67.8 cm
Sori 反り  六分一厘 / 1.85 cm
Blade Width 元幅  30.0 mm
Blade Thickness 元重  7.9 mm
Tip Width 先幅  物打22.1 mm 横手位置18.45 mm
Tip Thickness 先重  物打5.2 mm 松葉位置5.2 mm
Mekugi-ana 目釘穴  1個
Age 時代  明治元年（1868） The early years of Meiji era
Certificate 鑑定書  保存刀剣鑑定書（NBTHK HOZON TŌKEN Certificate ）
Registration 登録  平成1年11月28日 青森県登録 Registered on November 28, 1989 in Aomori Prefecture
Included 附属 素銅はばき (Plain Copper 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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