Sword Hilt Ornament
21993
From: Japan
Curatorial Section: Asian
| Native Name | Kashira |
| Object Number | 21993 |
| Current Location | Collections Storage |
| Culture | Japanese |
| Provenience | Japan |
| Section | Asian |
| Materials | Copper Alloy | Gold |
| Description | Kashira, Sword ferrule at base of hilt. This and 21674(cap on top of hilt, called fuchi) are from the same sword. Both are of copper alloy with gold mounting now mostly rubbed off. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mrs. Sarah (William D.) Frishmuth, 1900 |
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