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Sawn off sword tang, Chrysanthemum crest, 備中守橘康廣 - Bitchu no kami Tachibana Yasuhiro. The chrysanthemum family crest was a special symbol and could only be used by skilled swordsmiths recognized by the Imperial Court. Province: Bitchu; Era: Kenmu (1334-1338 AD)(?) Height: 18.6 cm = 7.4 inches; Width: 2.5 cm; Weight: 137 g; Condition: the sword was cut, only tang left with genuine authentic rust; Provenance: private collection in Japan.