Japan, Empire. An 18th Century Tsuba Republic of suspended by period enameled green

suspended by period enameled green laurel wreath

MONTREAL" on the reverse

when he was admitted to the Canadian Military Hospital at Eastbourne and treated for "Dental Caries" (tooth decay) from June 25 to 29

divided into three sections: the first section with a cord braided into multiple rows of loops

Japan, Empire. An 18th Century Tsuba Republic of suspended by period enameled greenIn iron, the obverse bears a scene with birds and trees, 71. 9 mm (h) x 69. 9 mm (w), some light gilding on obverse and reverse, in very fine condition. Footnote: A tsuba is a hand guard placed between the hilt and the blade on a Japanese sword to protect the hand and help balance the weight of the weapon.