Weapons and AmmunitionJapanese16th century
Provincial Kaga Aoe-Type Long Sword (Katana)
Muromachi period, circa early to mid 16th century
Dimensions
Total (including hilt): L. 94.4 cm x W. 7.5 cm x D. 8.0 cm (37 3/16 x 2 15/16 x 3 1/8 in.)
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