Japanese Type 19 Company Grade Officer Sword

The blade has an overall length in the scabbard of approximately 37 inches, with a blade length of approximately 31 inches. The plated blade is generally bright, with a clear artificial temper line, while showing surface dirt and what appears to be spots of old dried oil. The pierced guard has three cherry blossoms. The gilt brass pommel and guard exhibit some verdigris and loss of the gilt finish. The celluloid grip is without chips or cracks, and it is triple wrapped in brass wire, with the wire being loose but intact. The scabbard shows some small spots of wear to the plated finish, but overall it is in very good condition.