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Thanks guys! Something didn't look right to me which is why I made sure it wasn't shipped out yet. Order cancelled! Daniel

Good evening fellow collectors its been awhile since I last posted. I am in need of some expertise on the design pattern, period of manufacture, and possible school attribution. I recently picked this piece up, and truth be told I don't know too much about it. I am guessing mid to late Edo. Dimensions: 7.5cm-7.2cm-6mm Thanks for time and input. Daniel

Thanks everyone, and happy new year!

Hey there guys! Not sure how this ended up as a seperarte thread, I had posted this using the New Member Introductions.....oh well! I live in Bay Village in Northeast Ohio. When your out this way let me know!!

Greetings fellow members: My name is Daniel Calderaro, and as the title says I live in Ohio. I am a Southern California native born and raised. I have been studying/ practicing Martial Arts since I was four (now 40). Naturally along with attaining rank in three different systems my life has been heavily impacted by both Samurai and Ninja history/ lore. Also throughout my life I have been a "collector" of one thing or another, all of which I still do today. I have recently decided it was time to add some authentic Samurai pieces to my collection of historic artifacts. I look forward to interacting with fellow members, learning, and eventually assisting others as well. Thank you all in advance, and have a safe New Year! Daniel

Umm.......yeah that will work Brian.....thanks! Daniel Calderaro

Hello again fellow members, I just purchased this Edo period wakisashi tsuba. Great piece, and I love the geometric infinity design (pretty sure that's correct). Question: any ideas on what school this would be attributed too? Thanks everyone for the assistance. Anyone here have similar tsuba please share your thoughts.

Lance, Thank you for the reply. I appreciate the info! Daniel Calderaro

I appreciate all the help. I do have a follow-up question: How is one to know if the tsuba belongs to a Katana, or wakizashi? It seems that tsuba ranged in size. Both the katana, and wakizashi appear to resemble each other in design, size, and Kogai/ Kozuka holes. I read online (not sure how accurate) it was stated that tsuba with only the Kozuka hole, tended to belong to the wakizashi. True? The measurments for my tsuba are as follows: 0.2cm thickness 7.9cm width 7.9cm length I have searched this site, a couple books, and on line. I just can't seem to determine which mine would be. Any additional assistance would be greatly appreciated! Daniel Calderaro

Wow that is very interesting and awesome! Thanks so much for the info! Daniel Calderaro

Lance, very interesting insight. I am inclined to believe your theory regarding the broom may be correct. The base before the "brushes" does indeed look the same. Interesting............ Do any other members have tubas with similar depictions or do you believe that this was a one off type order?

Thanks Drago! Funny I just posted my thoughts on the zodiac as you were posting. Daniel Calderaro

Brian, Thanks for the info. It does look like a rat. Very interesting......besides what the rat represents in the zodiac, it was also a very popular pet during the late Edo period (mouse, especially white mice). I am really looking forward to other responses. Thanks Daniel Calderaro

David, Thank you for the reply, and the advise. Based on your link, I too see the similarities. Out of curiosity........what do you make of the design itself? Meaning the animal? Thanks. Daniel Calderaro

Good afternoon all, and happy holidays. My name is Dan and I am a newcomer to this board, but well experienced in collecting historical properties. I have been a student of the martial arts for 29 years and recently decided to collect Samurai artifacts. Below I posted a photo of a tsuba that i purchased. I was told it was 19 century Edo period. I have no doubt it's original, but I am confused on some particulars. After a diligent search on this site I was unable to find the info I was needing. I am hoping that members here could help me verify if this early or late Edo, and what is the motif. To me it looks like cane stock and either maybe a panda bear or mole. Any other thoughts are welcome on its artist, time placement etc. Thanks to everyone in advance and I look forward to years of collecting!