Sale 31 Lot 518  

JAPANESE SHORT SWORD (WAKAZASHI). Bone and ivory mounted (some damage and pieces missing), carving depicts scenes from everyday life. Blade: Bo-hi both sides, no openings or defects, but some scratches, temper is not completely visible. - 18 9/16 in., 47.2 cm. blade.
Estimate $1,200-1,400

Sold for $1,500

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