Iron Tsuba Signed "Iwai Yoshimichi" Decorated with Amida Yasurime Tsunagi length

Tsunagi length

Please take a closer look at the top two signature form the examples provided form "Toso Kodogu Meiji Taikei"

photo on the certificate shows this tsuba in a more realistic way

"This must be a work of Genji Motofusa of Mizuno mainline from Kanazawa of Kaga (Bunka to Tempo years)

Parts of the plant and grass are gilded

Iron Tsuba Signed "Iwai Yoshimichi" Decorated with Amida Yasurime Tsunagi lengthIron tsuba signed "Iwai Yoshimichi". He was a armour and sword fittings maker at the end of edo period. This tsuba is made in the Nobuie style. Very well forged with a melted surface finish. Decorated with amida yasurime. Sukashi are most probably stars, not sure which constellation. Made in late edo period. Size: 85 mm x 80 mm x 3 mm