Japan, Empire. A Second War Army NCO Sword consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac 2 grams inclusive of well

2 grams inclusive of well employed loop

In 15K Gold with red and navy blue enamels

As originally worn and mounted

North American Yales

of superb quality manufacture and in mint condition

Japan, Empire. A Second War Army NCO Sword consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac 2 grams inclusive of wellA standard issue second war period sword that exhibits a higher quality blade than typically seen during this period with a visible temper line (hamon), blade stamped with number 884660, however first 8 having been engraved added, accompanied by steel scabbard that has been cleaned, blade measures 67,5 cm from bronze fittings to tip, unmarked, with standard issue aluminum handle, very fine.