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1 very rare Meiji 6 model (1873) chokunin level Imperial Diplomatic sword.  This rare sword would make an important addition to any collection.

Please take a look at the eBay auction result for a 3-5-3 (a lower ranked sword that this one) Japanese Diplomatic sword--item number 361305018538.  Enter the item number into any eBay search box.

This sword has the kiri (paulownia imperialis tree) emblem with a 5-7-5 bud pattern.  This bud pattern shows that this sword was carried by chokunin officials.  This is the higher rank--chokunin officials were appointed by the Emperor himself.  The lower sonin officials held lower Emperor-approved positions.  The kiri are located on the pommel, the guard, and on the blade.

This sword has a fine, woven wire grip.  The handle is gold-gilted.  The nickel-plated blade has a filegreed pattern.  The saya is perfect black-lacquered wood with gold-plated fittings.

This rare model 1873 Imperial Diplomatic Sword is in rare condition.  The gold gilt is completely intact on 99% of this sword.  The fittings are in perfect condition.  The wire wrap is perfect.

The nickel-plating on the blade is 98%--just a few areas near the blade tip show any oxidation.  The blade is perfectly straight.  The black lacquered finish on the saya/scabbard is 99.9%--nearly perfect.  The saya/scabbard fittings are perfect. 




This offering represents the rare opportunity to procure a fine, Chokunin official 5-7-5 Meiji through World War 2 Diplomatic Dress Sword for your Japanese sword or world Militaria collection.