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Lot of Three Japanese Army Type 19 Kyu Gunto
Estimate: $400-$600
Sold
$250
Timed Auction
Arms, Armor and Militaria Online
Location
Cincinnati
Description

Lot of Three Japanese Army Type 19 Kyu Gunto

Two swords features blades of 29" with the third mounting a 32.75" blade. All three swords feature nickel plated blades and brass hilts with pierced cherry blossom pattern to the guard and cherry blossoms at the corners of the backstrap. Grips are wire wrapped patent leather. The longer sword has a polished faux hamon line applied at the factory, and mounts a silver Tachibana Clan pattern mon on the backstrap. All items come with wood lined steel scabbards, two with nickel plated finish and the third painted in black enamel.

This lot is located in Cincinnati.

Condition
Good to Very Good. Blades show some flaking of the nickel with brown patina forming in losses, some scratches, and oil residues. All hilts show tarnish and scratches. Enamel finished scabbard shows substantial flaking and brown patina. Nickel plated examples retain a strong finish with scratches, some flakes, and mars.
Quantity
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