Japan, Empire. A Tanto with Scabbard Republic of constructed of bronzed copper

constructed of bronzed copper

small ring soldered to the back of the brooch to allow the entire medal to be suspended from a cravat

XIII - Analysis of Final Results

Footnote: The Order of Pope Pius IX also referred as the Order of PIus

Wrapped around the dagger is a period original portepee

Japan, Empire. A Tanto with Scabbard Republic of constructed of bronzed copperA small fighting tanto, with bronze tsuka (handle) featuring floral patterns and a dragon in relief, the tsuba in once painted zinc, a steel blade measuring 21 cm (inclusive of habaki), measures 30. 5cm in total length, sharp kissaki (point of blade) but relatively dull blade, The scabbard, in bronze gilt, features four high relief bands with floral and bird patterns (partridge and peacock), the hangers have broken off, measures 24 cm, exhibiting gilt