A Important Bizen Wakizashi Iyesuke
There are many swords that are Kokuho by Iyesuke. This sword is either first or second generation. It has old Yoshikawa papers and he dated the sword 1340. The sword has a cutting edge is 19 3/4" long. It has kinzogan mei and say it was shortened in Tenbun 2 which is 1534. It has a high quality two piece habaki and quality shira saya. The saya has sayagaki by the late Mr. Yoshikawa. this sword while being returned from restoration and papering in Japan was held back from being released by the Japanese government because they were concerned it might be an important cultural property. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own this important sword.
$14,800
