Antique Japanese Iron Tsuba Edo Mokko Large 9cm 176g Wabi-Sabi Samurai Guard

Description

   This is an authentic antique Japanese iron tsuba (sword guard) from the Edo period (1600–1868), embodying the refined aesthetics of traditional samurai culture. It features a classic Mokko (quatrefoil) shape, symbolizing harmony and balance, a timeless design highly regarded in Japanese sword fittings. With its large size (approx. 9.0 cm) and substantial weight (176g), this tsuba has an exceptional presence. Pieces of this size and weight are especially valued by collectors for both display and appreciation. The surface displays a deeply textured, hand-forged iron with rich natural patina developed over centuries. Organic and abstract patterns appear across the surface, sometimes resembling characters, giving the piece a mysterious and unique character formed only through age and craftsmanship. Material: Iron Size: approx. 90 mm × 85 mm Weight: 176g Condition: Good antique condition with natural wear, minor rust, and age-related marks consistent with its age. Copper sekigane is present. This is not just a sword fitting, but a piece of Japanese history and wabi-sabi art — a powerful and atmospheric object for serious collectors. Please review all photos carefully.