This is Fuchi used for the handle of the sword. SAMURAI of Japan always had KATANA(sword) till the Edo period. When it became Meiji Era, Japan forbade that people had KATANA. However, even if it became Meiji, KATANA continued being made for a while. This is Fuchi used for the handle of the sword(Katana). The side of this Fuchi has some design. Most of the design on the surface of this item has disappeared. This Fuchi is old ones. And this item has some rust and some dirt. Fuchi Approx Size(cm) a=Long diameter of ellipse (inner dimension) b=Short diameter of ellipse (inner dimension) c=Depth d=Nakagoana(mihaba) e=Nakagoana(kasane) You can see the measurement point in the photo. SIZE:a=3.1cm b=1.5cm c=0.9cm d=2.3cm e=0.7cm~0.9cm Weight: 8g Condition: not good The material is mainly Iron.
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