Iron tsuba of oval form pierced with design of slanting rays of light (shakoh), a Christian motif (Jesuit’s IHS symbol), and a pair of tassels in positive silhouette (ji-sukashi). Details on tassels carved in low relief. Traditional description of this kind of design is called “tokei”, or “clock gear”. Rounded rim.

Unsigned.

Edo period, 17th or 18th century. Possibly – Owari school.

Size: 76.0 x 73.0 x 6.2 mm.