Japan, Imperial. A Late Nineteenth Century Sword Auction The 1st Pioneer Battalion was

The 1st Pioneer Battalion was organized on December 22

Illegible maker’s marks and inspection codes are stamped onto the crown and neck guard

exhibiting extensive wear and soiling on the exterior

and students of Americana

along with a single dull edge

Japan, Imperial. A Late Nineteenth Century Sword Auction The 1st Pioneer Battalion wasA sword, c. 1875, featuring a steel blade measuring 48. 0 cm in length, set into a wood handle with brass fittings, the total length measures 64. 2 cm. A small hand etched squirrel is present on the ricasso, the blade is sharp with small areas of discolouration and contact. The handle is black stained wooden, slightly squared and thinner near the pommel, measures 160 mm, and shows wear due to use and age. The blade is contained in a metal magnetic