Probably WWII era, a pronounced hamon runs the length of the blade; bold signature on the left side of the tang, ray skin over the wooden grip, brass foliate menuki on both sides of the grip; brass tsuba and fittings; the scabbard sheathed in brown leather.

Blade 25.5 in.; LOA 38 in.

The Estate of the Late Dr. Mark William Sebastian, Durham, NC

Clean blade; nice age patina to the leather scabbard; toned brass.

$400 - 800