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Antique Japanese Sword Katana signed Jumyo (Hozon)

Antique Japanese Sword Katana signed Jumyo (Hozon)

Precio habitual $4,100.00 USD
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This antique Japanese sword, crafted by the esteemed Jumyo school, carries historical and cultural significance as a preserved sword certified by the Nihon Bijutsu Token Hozon Kyokai (NBTHK). Originating from the renowned Mino Province, this katana is an exceptional example of the craftsmanship and artistry that flourished during the late Edo period.

  • Period: Late Edo period
  • Certificate: Hozon Token
  • School : Jumyo
  • Without signature
  • Hamon: Notare midare
  • Blade Length (刃長, "hacho"): 68.9 cm
  • Curvature (反り, "sori"): 1.0 cm
  • Blade Width at Base (元幅, "motohaba"): 2.8 cm
  • Blade Thickness at Base (元重, "motokasane"): 7 mm
  • Blade Width at Tip (先幅, "sakihaba"): 2.2 cm
  • Blade Thickness at Tip (先重, "sakikasane"): 5 mm

Historical Significance

Era and Lineage: This katana belongs to the prestigious Jumyo school, which traces its roots to the Yamato Tegai school of Nara and later thrived in the Mino Province during the Kamakura period. The name "Jumyo," meaning "longevity," made these swords highly valued as celebratory gifts among samurai and daimyo families.

Craftsmanship and Utility: The Jumyo blades are a prime example of the Mino-Den swordsmithing style. Their functional design and auspicious meaning made them popular during the Sengoku Jidai and Edo period.

Quality and Craftsmanship

  • Tsuba (Handguard): The tsuba is an authentic piece by the artisan Nobu Ie, renowned for his masterful craftsmanship.
  • Condition: The blade has been preserved in excellent condition, with a sharp edge, clear hamon, and a fine polish that highlights its traditional features.

Legacy

This katana embodies centuries of Japanese swordsmithing tradition, from its origins in Yamato to its evolution in Mino Province. Its certification as a Hozon Token ensures its place as an invaluable artifact, treasured for both its historical and artistic significance.

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Customs and Taxes

・Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility.
・Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying.
・These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up - do not confuse them for additional shipping charges.

Shipping and Return

  • Swords are shipped from Tokyo, Japan. We manage all the procedures to export the sword.
  • You can't return sword to Japan because procedures are too strict.
  • We work with a shipping company that have experience with Nihonto so you don't have to worry.
  • Please check the rules of your country before importing the sword. We do not take any responsibility, including (not limited to) refund, due to the above reasons.

We have shipped authentic Japanese swords to the USA, UK, Canada, Mexico, Germany, France, Hong Kong, and Australia. If you don’t live in these countries and like to order, please contact us first before purchasing. We normally ship by EMS (Express Mail Service) provided by Japan Post.

If you live in the UK, please contact us BEFORE order.

Export Procedure (We manage it)

・All our swords are registered in the Agency for Cultural Affairs as artwork and The Board of Education(Cultural properties protection Committee); therefore each sword has the registration card, issued by the Board of Education.
・After receiving the full payment of the items,we return the registration card and get the permission from Ministry of Cultural Affairs to export the swords legally from Japan. It will take about 20 business days to do this procedure.
・After the receiving the permission, we will inform you by email and send the items immediately.

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