Japan, Empire. A Type 19 Cavalry Officer Parade Sword Auction the folder measuring 110 mm

the folder measuring 110 mm (w) x 140 mm (d)

Photo was glued to albumand when removing the upper left corner got slightly damaged

measuring 70 mm (w) x 52 mm (h) as presented

Having then been commissioned as a Lieutenant

These include a pair of collar tabs

Japan, Empire. A Type 19 Cavalry Officer Parade Sword Auction the folder measuring 110 mmIntroduced in 1886, the sword has a superb blade measuring 74. 5 cm with a stunning temper line that runs from the crossguard to the sharp tip of the blade; a better blade for this type of sword could not be found. Cross guard and handle in gilt brass, decorated with cherry blossoms to indicate a company grade officer, the molded grip wrapped with brass wire; the plated scabbard shows some spotting of light surface rust, but solid. Near extremely fine.