Hizen Tadahiro Broken Sword Fragment w/ Gold‑Coated Copper Habaki Edo era Japan For Sale

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Hizen Tadahiro Broken Sword Fragment w/ Gold‑Coated Copper Habaki Edo era Japan:
$219.99

Hizen Tadahiro Broken Sword Fragment w/ Gold‑Coated Copper Habaki, Edo era JapaneseDescriptionAbout This ItemsWelcome to sakura‑jpn, where each item tells a story…

This is an Edo‑period sword fragment signed “Hizen Kuni Ju Tadahiro,”
a smith from the famous Hizen Tadayoshi school.
The blade retains part of its hamon, showing the character of the original sword.

It comes with a copper habaki that appears to have been coated with gold in the past.
Some gold has worn off with age, giving it a beautiful antique patina.
The blade has only light rust and remains in good condition for its age.
A wooden storage box is included, making it suitable for display.

Collectors who appreciate signed fragments and Hizen craftsmanship will find this piece especially style=\"\">
Sword fragments, known as zanketsu, exist because old blades were shortened, damaged, or altered throughout history.
Even small fragments preserve essential elements of Japanese sword craftsmanship:
the color and texture of the steel,
the character of the hamon,
forging patterns (hada),
and the personality of the swordsmith.

Collectors appreciate zanketsu because they offer an authentic glimpse into samurai‑era metallurgy.
A fragment with a visible hamon and a signed tang is especially meaningful,
as it allows the owner to experience the original sword’s artistry despite its reduced size.

Appearance

1. Hizen Tadahiro was a prominent swordsmith of the famous Tadayoshi school in Hizen Province,
2. active from the early to mid‑Edo period (1600s–1700s).
3. The Tadayoshi lineage is highly respected for its refined craftsmanship,
4. characterized by:
5. beautifully controlled suguha hamon,
6. tight and elegant jitetsu,
7. stable and consistent heat‑treating,
8. blades favored by samurai of the Nabeshima domain.
1. Collectors around the world respond strongly to the names
2. “Hizen,” “Tadayoshi,” and “Tadahiro,”
3. as they represent reliability, beauty, and historical importance.
1. A fragment signed by Tadahiro carries far more value than an unsigned piece,
2. because it preserves the identity and spirit of a renowned swordsmith.
Size Weight: 229 g Length: 23.1 cm, Width: 3.0 cm, Thickness: 0.55 cm Blade section: 8.1 cm
Material iron, copper
Condition
1. Light rust, overall good antique condition
2. Gold‑coated copper habaki with worn areas
3. Signed tang (Hizen Tadahiro)
4. Wooden box included
5. No cracks or structural damage
Included Items
1. wooden box
Complimentary Japanese Paper & Bamboo Fan Included. A small Japanese fan made of paper and bamboo is included as a complimentary gift to express my gratitude. Designs vary and may feature traditional Japanese motifs such as ukiyo-e or kanji (漢字). Please note that the fan is a free bonus item.
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1. This item will be shipped via Japan Post EMS.
2. Estimated delivery time: 5–12 business days.
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Hizen Tadahiro Broken Sword Fragment w/ Gold‑Coated Copper Habaki Edo era Japan For Sale

Hizen Tadahiro Broken Sword Fragment w/ Gold‑Coated Copper Habaki Edo era Japan: $219.99

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