Ancient Japanese samurai swords │ Edo and Meiji period swords

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52192553651_9339230a79_z.jpg Ancient Japanese samurai swords │ Edo and Meiji period swords https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52192553691_ae46ec7cf1_z.jpg "Tan" (or 锷, which is called a hand guard or sword grid in modern times) is an important accessory of Japanese swords. Tan is a must-have when drawing a sword. It is responsible for protecting the palm and wrist during combat, balancing the center of mass of the sword, and is also a social status. A symbol of honor and nobility. The key to the production of tannin covers whether the selection of materials is appropriate, whether the composition and space distribution are appropriate, whether the construction technology is excellent and whether it is performed by famous craftsmen, etc. After several generations, whether the preservation state is good and complete will become a work. The basis for judging the value. The material of tan is usually iron or Bronze alloy, especially iron Tantan must be rigorously tempered to make the iron pure, and the surface will be eroded by time to produce a black and smooth film, and rust will not stick to the hand. Tan culture has flourished until the Edo period, which is also the golden age of Japanese tan art. Although Tan belongs to the knife accessories, but they are independent items in the field of collection. In short, tan and knives are two separate metalworking arts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52192553716_d355d6f491_z.jpg Metalwork inlaid iron knives, with gold leaf auspicious flower patterns inlaid on both sides, become an art knife accessories ◤Material: Metal ◤ Dimensions: 7 cm x 7.8 cm ◤Weight: about 136 g ◤Origin: Japan ◤Price: $ 18,000 /pc ◤ Quantity: Only this one, a rare collection of antiquities, worthy of the collection of those who love Japanese samurai accessories ※The antique pieces of more than ten years are all brand new and unused. Due to the time spent on purchasing long-term products, it will leave traces of the years. If you are very pursuing the perfect quality of the products, please go to the store to buy directly. Thank you. ※If you need it, please ask if there are any more products, please do not place an order directly, thank you. ※The props and accessories in the picture are not included in this product. ※The picture is slightly different in color, and the color of the physical product is mainly. ※Rare item, only this one. ※The products are all collected old pieces for more than ten years, and there is no old-fashioned effect. If you have any doubts, please do not place an order, thank you! ※We try our best to provide complete item descriptions and photos. Buyers are requested to judge the value of the items at their own discretion. There is no warranty period and no appreciation period for antique pieces. Returns and exchanges are not accepted after the goods are sold. Old items will have traces of time, such as oxidation, paint peeling, scratches, etc. It is normal, please think twice, and accept these imperfections before placing an order!