Minamoto no Nobukuni Sword with white scabbard

$10,600.00

Basic Information

Name on the front: Minamoto no Nobukuni

Inscription on the back: Unmarked

Period: Unknown (no description)

Type: Sword

Mount: With white scabbard

Dimensions and Features

Blade length: 74.6 cm

Width at Hamachi / Moto-Haba: 32.1 mm

Thickness at Moto-Kasane: 7.5 mm

Curve / SORI: 2.2 cm

Width at Kissaki / Saki-Haba: 25.6 mm

Thickness at Saki-Kasane: 5.7 mm

Mekugi-ana (nail hole): 1

Total weight

With Saya: 1009 g

Blade only: 896 g

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Basic Information

Name on the front: Minamoto no Nobukuni

Inscription on the back: Unmarked

Period: Unknown (no description)

Type: Sword

Mount: With white scabbard

Dimensions and Features

Blade length: 74.6 cm

Width at Hamachi / Moto-Haba: 32.1 mm

Thickness at Moto-Kasane: 7.5 mm

Curve / SORI: 2.2 cm

Width at Kissaki / Saki-Haba: 25.6 mm

Thickness at Saki-Kasane: 5.7 mm

Mekugi-ana (nail hole): 1

Total weight

With Saya: 1009 g

Blade only: 896 g

Basic Information

Name on the front: Minamoto no Nobukuni

Inscription on the back: Unmarked

Period: Unknown (no description)

Type: Sword

Mount: With white scabbard

Dimensions and Features

Blade length: 74.6 cm

Width at Hamachi / Moto-Haba: 32.1 mm

Thickness at Moto-Kasane: 7.5 mm

Curve / SORI: 2.2 cm

Width at Kissaki / Saki-Haba: 25.6 mm

Thickness at Saki-Kasane: 5.7 mm

Mekugi-ana (nail hole): 1

Total weight

With Saya: 1009 g

Blade only: 896 g

Sword Description

This sword was made by 'Minamoto no Shinkoku' and has an impressive blade length of 74.6 cm and a deep bow of 2.2 cm. The robust original width and well-proportioned point dimensions show excellent artistic and practical qualities. The accompanying white scabbard enhances the beauty of the sword and protects it at the same time.

Form features.

Deep Warp: The graceful warp of 2.2 cm accentuates the ancient Japanese sword style.

Solid Construction: The solid construction with an original width of 32.1 mm and an original weight of 7.5 mm testifies to its strength and durability.

Fine Tip: The 25.6 mm tip width and 5.7 mm tip weight combine sharpness and aesthetics.

Condition and Accessories

Condition: The sword is in very good condition and is suitable for viewing and study.

With white scabbard: A white scabbard for safe storage of the blade is included to enhance the beauty of this traditional Japanese sword.

Feature Points.

Imposing shape and graceful curves with a blade length of 74.6 cm and a warp of 2.2 cm.

Robust construction with an original width of 32.1 mm enhances practicality and durability.

With white scabbard and in good condition.

A very valuable piece for appreciation and collection.

Recommendations.

As a work of 'Minamoto no Shinokuni' this sword is valuable both as a work of art and as a practical object. The deep warp and long dimension of the form emphasise the traditional beauty of Japanese swords. It comes with a white scabbard and is well preserved, making it ideal for appreciation and study, or even as a collection piece. This is an excellent example of a Japanese sword of historical value.

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