World War II Era Imperial Japanese Katana

Painted calligraphy on the unsigned tang, 27 3/8 in. blade, brass mounts with Imperial chrysanthemum throughout, tsuba with remnants of original gilt, wrapped rayskin grip, one-ring metal scabbard wrapped in protective leather.

38 in. LOA

Collection of Mr. & Mrs. Moller, Durham, NC

Good estate condition overall with naturally patinated brass elements; minimal oxidation to the blade.

$400 - 800