Antique Japanese Edo-Period Sword Katana Fuchi Samurai in Gold on Shakudō Carving This inkan has a hand

This inkan has a hand carved Bull motif on top with a name carved on its flat bottom

There is some damage to the interior enamel

and patination are consistent with hand-forged sword fittings intended for practical mounting on a samurai sword hilt

reinforcing an early date

Such understated designs complemented both kimono and early Western-style dress

Antique Japanese Edo-Period Sword Katana Fuchi Samurai in Gold on Shakudō Carving This inkan has a handAntique Japanese Iron Katana Fuchi with Mixed Metal Motifs An antique Japanese katana fuchi (), crafted in iron with traditional mixed metal accents. This example shows classic Edo to Meiji period workmanship, typically featuring sculpted relief, nanako style texturing, or inlaid gold details ( kinzgan). The form, weight, and patination are consistent with hand forged sword fittings intended for practical mounting on a samurai sword hilt. The exterior