663 - Military katana.

Military katana. Hallmarks on the copper ferrule at the base of the handle. Probably first half of the 20th century. Japan. Total length 97 cm. Curved, single-edged blade with a hollow grind and a tip aligned with the spine. Blade stamped “145324.” Embossed metal hilt in the style of samurai swords, with the brown finish worn off. Olive-green metal scabbard, also worn and stamped with the same number as above. Auction time: Oct. 28, 2026 | estimated 5:47 p.m. (CET) Military katana. Markings on the copper ferrule at the base of the handle. Probably the first half of the 20th century. Japan. Total length 97 cm. Curved, single-edged blade with a hollow grind and a point aligned with the spine. Blade stamped “145324”. Relief-embossed metal hilt in the style of samurai swords; the brown patina has worn away. Olive-green metal scabbard, also worn and stamped with the same number as above. Auction time: Oct. 28, 2026 | estimated 5:47 p.m. (CET) *This is an automatically generated translation from German by deepl.com and should be considered only as an aid—not a legally binding statement of the lot’s characteristics. Please note that we can only guarantee the accuracy of the description and condition as provided in the German description.