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I got it from a friend who said their brother got it in Japan, but I'm not sure. I'm also not sure if this is a old sword or just made to look that way. I would love to know where it is from and what time period. Any information or suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks Anna.

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  • A clearer shot of the sword would be appreciated. The embellishment on the scabbard looks cheaply made (molded/stamped rather than hand engraved) so it's possibly a more modern 'reproduction' for the tourist market.
    – Steve Bird
    Sep 28 '17 at 7:33
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Not 100% certain and no idea of the time period or authenticity, but FWIW the blade's slightly bent shape that grows thicker towards the end of the blade, pointy tip, and the grip's slight curve make it look more like a Chinese style saber (with an unusual looking guard) than a katana:

Yanmaodao Liuyedao Qing saber 18th century Dao Chinese Saber Schema

Here's a typical Katana schema for comparison. Notice the characteristic shape of the tip, how the blade has a regular thickness, and the straight, lengthy grip that allows for two handed usage. It contrasts with your blade's pointy tip, it's slightly larger thickness towards the end of the blade, and the slightly bent single-handed grip:

Katana

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  • wow thanks so much for all your help these pictures are very informative !
    – anna
    Sep 28 '17 at 12:10

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