Several family crests are designed for this Fuchi Kashira such as Taka-no Hane-Mon (鷹の羽根紋, hawk’s wing pattern), Hanabishi-Mon (花菱紋), and a type of flower one (probably Nadeshiko dianthus). There are several parts that consist of Koshirae such as Saya(Sabbard), Tsuka( Handle), Tsuba(Handguard).įuchi-Kashira： A pair of matching sword fittings that cover the upper and bottom parts of its sword hilt. Koshirae: Koshirae is the mounting of the Japanese sword. And the discoloration of the tang was created over time, and it is a great indicator for a Japanese sword specialist to estimate when the sword was forged. Japanese swordsmiths left the black rust on the tang because it prevents red rust while the tang is in its handle. Nakago： It was signed by Hizen Koku Kawachi Daijyo Fujiwara Masahiro. Visible steel surface pattern created by folding and hammering during forging process The crystalline structure which forms along the cutting edge of a blade as a result of the hardening process This authentication paper was only given to authentic Japanese swords, especially well preserved and high quality with artistic value.Ĭutting Edge Length(Nagasa) : 73.4 cm( 28.9 inches)
This blade is appraised as a Tokubetsu Hozon Token(特別保存刀剣) issued by NBTHK(Nihon Bijutsu Touken Hozon Kyokai:日本美術刀剣保存協会). It also accompanies by gorgeous sword mounting. We are confident you will appreciate Masahiro’s artistry by observing this blade. The geographic location of this domain made it possible to have easy access to western carbon steel.
Hizenkoku had been flourishing by international trading. They were able to produce beautiful Jigane-patterned blades, also known as Hizen To, using and mixing carbon steel made in western countries. The swordsmiths in the Hizen province worked under the auspices of the Nabeshima clan like the second-gen Masahiro. Nabeshima clan ruled Hizenkoku during the Edo period, which indicates that Masahiro served a powerful feudal lord. The second-gen Masahiro, the swordsmith who forged this blade, was also an Okakaekaji for this clan. The first-gen Masahiro was selected as Okakae Kaji for the Nabeshima clan, meaning he exclusively forged swords for the feudal family. Nabeshima Katsushige became the head of Saga Domain in Hizen in 1607. The first-gen Masahiro started to serve Nabeshima Katsushige when he was 17 years old. His father, the first-gen Masahiro, is also a famous swordsmith in the province. Tadayoshi is known as one of the greatest swordsmiths in the early Edo period in Japanese sword history. His linage dates back to the beginning of the Edo period, when Tadayoshi, his great grandfather, founded the school. Hizenkoku, located in Saga prefecture, is the name of the place where the second-Masahiro forged swords. We believe this blade was forged between 1665-1699 as the signature includes Kawachi no Kami, his last title. The second-gen died at the age of 73 in the 12th year of Genroku era(1699). He eventually received Kawachi no Kami(河内守) in the fifth year of Kan-Ei(1665) after his father, first-gen Masahiro, was deceased. The second-gen Masahiro received the honorable title named Musashi Daijyo(武蔵大掾) in the third year of Manji era(1660) and changed it to Musashi no Kami(武蔵守) next year. He was born in the fourth year of Kan-Ei era(1626) as the child of the first-gen Masahiro. This blade was signed by Hizenkoku Kawachi no kami Fujiwara Masahiro(肥前国河内守正廣), also known as the second-gen Masahiro in the early Edo period( late 17th century). We will be more than happy to help you.Īntique Japanese Sword Katana Signed by The second-gen Masahiro with NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Certificate
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Please feel free to contact us or check the list of swords. Our customer service will help you find your ideal blade you will cherish for generations. Also, there are ones that aren’t listed on the website yet. However, we might be able to show you something similar because we have various types of swords available. This sword was sold as each antique Japanese sword is one of a kind. Hizen Koku Kawachi Kami Fujiwara Masahiro (肥前国河内守藤原正廣)
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