Original Japanese WWII Katana in Old Style Fittings with Ancient Blade & Capture Tag in Steel Scabbard Headgear At possible prodding from Prussian

At possible prodding from Prussian Chancellor Otto von Bismarck

This was in fact made in EIC Workshops in India around 1820 for the use of its own Military

At that time the corps consisted of the 26th and 80th Infantry Divisions and the 4th Armored Division

all dark brass EGA (Eagle Globe Anchor) Marine buttons (one button unattached but in pocket)

Original Japanese WWII Katana in Old Style Fittings with Ancient Blade & Capture Tag in Steel Scabbard Headgear At possible prodding from PrussianOriginal Item: Only One Available. Purchased directly from a private collection, this is a very good condition katana blade, most likely several hundred years old, fit in the typical pre war style. It was still used in the 20th century, and then into WWII. This is a great katana with a lot of history, brought back home by a USGI after the war. In Japan it is common practice for swords to be passed down for generations, particularly ones that were of