Katana - Forged Iron - C6-314 Warabi Tsuba - Japan - Edo Period (1600-1868)

This Katana dates to the Edo period (1600-1868), a time when swordsmithing in Japan reached refined artistic and functional heights. Forged iron construction characterizes traditional Japanese blades, combining hardness and flexibility through expert folding and tempering techniques. The Warabi Tsuba is a style of handguard known for its fern-like, scroll-like shapes, providing both protection and artistic expression. Katana swords were not only weapons but cultural symbols of the samurai class, embodying honor and craftsmanship. Collectors and historians value Edo period katanas for their historical context, metallurgy, and aesthetic features.