Historical information
Japanese Shi-gunto Army Officers sword and scabbard. The guard is rectangular in shape with cherry blossom motifs. The hilt is encased in Shark skin (?) Scabbard is made of painted steel. Brass fittings on the wooden scabbard encased in an enamel painted metal sheath
Physical description
World War Two Japanese NCO/Officer sword and scabbard
Inscriptions & markings
Cherry Blossom inscription on guard