I have aquired a Japanese sword through a relative who passed. I know nothing about it other than it is old and was in a box with a hand sewn, blood stained Japanese flag. There are characters on the blade, the tang, and the guard. (I know there are more proper names to those parts, but again, I know virtually nothing about them).
The small knife is made of two parts of steel put together as the photos show, the ornaments on the sheath and handle are all unique.
What ever information that can be given on this piece, would greatly be appreciated. Thank You
