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Katana Sword

Date1780

Maker Japanese

Object number63.44

Credit LineGift of Tomi Terao

Dimensions3 1/4 x 3 in. (8.26 x 7.62 cm) L.: 40 3/4 in.

MediumSteel with brass, ray fish skin, and lacquer

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