Antique Japanese Edo(C1596-1868) Samurai Tsuba Sword Hilt Etched Chain Link Woodwork The plate is a high

The plate is a high fired ceramic for lasting durability

money and other valuables for a business enterprise

Very likely originally used for carrying and store food item

Also known as a calligraphy chest as it housed an ink stone

The lid is simple Iron lid which fits snuggly on the body

Antique Japanese Edo(C1596-1868) Samurai Tsuba Sword Hilt Etched Chain Link Woodwork The plate is a highThis is an antique Japanese Edo period likely Kansei Era (c. 1596 1868) tsuba (handguard) for a This tsuba was affixed to a sword worn by a samurai during or before the mid Meiji period (the wearing of swords except by officials was banned in 1876) and was used or practiced with. There are signs of wear and some oxidation over all produced by moisture from the hands due to regular use and practice. The Nakago (blade hole) has front and back (punch