Sword Guard (Tsuba). Culture: Japanese. Dimensions: H. 2 7/8 in. (7.3 cm); W. 2 15/16 in. (7.5 cm); thickness 1/4 in. (0.6 cm); Wt. 5.4 oz. (153.1 g). Maker: Attributed to the Hirata School (Japanese, Edo period). Date: ca. 1615-1868.
This sword guard (tsuba) features a design of gourds and leaves.