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Sorry for my mistake, Piers. I know better and was just brain dead from work. Should the seller see this, please accept my apology on the bad form.

That’s cool. How much do you think it will go for?

Hi Stephen, sure thing buddy. I have some last minute shopping to do for Christmas and have to get some coffee… I will circle back later today. Take care and Merry Christmas, Stephen.

Agreed, Stephen. FWIW, I preferred the more subtle look—each to their own.

Thank you, Colin for the response and confirmation. Also, thank you for posting an example that is probably one of the best in the world, right after my humble koshirae... LOL

Hope all is well wherever this message finds you. Reason for my post is that I recently purchased what I believe to be a later Edo koshirae. It has a composition I am not familiar with and would appreciate any help. There are green 'specks' which are very fine and in the light it can transition from these green 'specks' to a deep purple and almost pink depending on the light. I did some reading to try to identify but really not sure... Thank you in advance for your help or any feedback you can share.

Excessive oil usage for a duration; wiping off does not remove unless focused rubbing/wiping on a spot (my guess).

Seems legit. Is $590.00 a good price?

I am not an expert commentator, nor knighted, so take my feedback as you will...... George, I think from a practical standpoint you are just fine.

Subject = item. Still being over thought and expanding beyond scope. All good though, just my opinion. Cheers

What does this symbolism represent?

This is being overthought; although good discussion follows. OP’s question, to paraphrase: Why does the shinsa team stop if gimei, rather than provide details based on the objects merit and then note gimei? The major premise: They cannot as a trusted entity start to declare specifics when the subject is false from the start.

Hi Peter, Thank you for your kind note. I personally believe it is one of the Yagami makers based on the carving and quality. In my opinion, it looks better in person than the photos I am able to take. If you click on the images, you can enlarge them. I'd be happy to try and send more detailed photos...as I do not know what the signature says and would appreciate any help in solving the puzzle.

My opinion doesn’t really matter as I am only three years into studying, but my initial thought is that it is higher quality—like Brian said and same reasoning—and probably late Edo.

Peter / BIG, if I may say, you have great skills researching and posting links. I am thankful and have enjoyed learning more from some of the recent ones. Thanks

Congratulations! We share in your joy and accomplishment.

Hope all is well wherever this message finds you. Please keep in mind that although I study our shared hobby daily--I find peace and enjoyment reflecting on the pieces and learning--I am a novice collector and my questions may not be the most articulate. I searched the forum and didn't really find direction, so here goes: Does it make sense to submit tsuba to shinsa that you personally appreciate and would like to more of the history? It's not the case that I am hoping for some remarkable grading that would increase value; I have a personal interest in kuruma-sukashi tsuba, earlier pieces and I'd like to learn more. Plus, however misguided, I feel like I am doing the pieces justice by trying to document them for future owners. Thinking out loud, maybe just buy books more focused on my area of interest...or don't rush...continue to study and enjoy the ride? Thank you for listening to my rambling/musings.

Very cool. It seems to 'grow on me' the longer I appreciate it. Thank you for sharing.

Don't feel bad, OP. It happened to me too and better this than a more costly learning curve. I always thought they were interesting--netsuke--but was focused in other areas of the hobby. I erroneously purchases one similar to yours, but it was only a few bucks. I keep it, because I simply enjoy it and could care less. Best to you and yours--

LOL Jesse, every time I see insect themed koshirae or F/K or tsuba...I wonder if I should send you a link. LOL

Not sure if this would qualify but please feel free to use if it helps. Thank you

That kissaki is massive….

Thank you, Thomas. I really appreciate it. It was purchased by me in a upscale suburb for a reasonable price and what made me question it was the fact that I could not find another example online and the label on the back has the gallery of where it was professionally framed. Wasn't expecting much, which sounds like it was prudent.

I haven't a clue...it appears to be professionally framed. Any idea what the kanji says or feedback? Especially confusing is the gold colored background. Thanks in advance for your help; this is driving me nuts trying to figure it out.

Thank you very much for sharing. The blade is remarkable and a fun study; I really enjoy the hada. The menuki, F/K, are a nice compliment. I am a newer collector (just a few years into the hobby) and wondering given the time period, how big of a deal is it to collectors if the thickness is .76 CM. I have a blade from the same era with these measurements. Thank you in advance and apologize for the digression.