VINTAGE JAPANESE SAMURAI SWORD GUARD TSUBA PINE BOW DESIGN

Description

This is a vintage 1950's Japanese sword guard (
tsuba
).   Not sure what the metal is, but not bronze, or iron.  Perhaps pewter?  The raised design work is
pine bows
, one of the three elements of Happiness (pine, bamboo and plum blossom.  The pine tree is also a Japanese symbol of strength and longevity.
Having been found in a storage where it has probably sat for the last 70 years, it remains in excellent condition.  selling today for 99 cent start with no reserve.   It measures 2 1/2 by 2 3/4 by3/16" thick (6 x 7 x .4 cm)
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ou'll
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If you purchase this item and are not completely delighted with it, you may return it for a no questions asked refund within 30 days of receipt.
Japanpicker
and the
Shogun's Gallery of Portland, Oregon
have been in the Japanese antique business for over 40 years, and highly value our customers. Satisfaction Guarantee: All items are carefully described and photographed. If not completely delighted with any item it may be returned in original condition for refund of purchase price, less actual shipping cost. Most items listed are antiques, and as such may have an expected amount of wear from normal use. We do not sell items with major flaws without mentioning it in the listing. See photos and descriptions for condition. Returns must be shipped back within 30 days of receipt. Buyer assumes all shipping fees. If you have specific questions about the item or condition, please feel free to ask before bidding and we will make every effort to respond promptly. International buyers are responsible for any customs duties, taxes, etc. imposed by the buyer's home country.
This is an
iron sculpture of unknown age. The warrior gazes into the distance while the horse stands alert. Overall it is black with overtones of red and dull green The warrior is held on the horses back by a pin