Japanese Samurai Sword Katana Hizen No Kami Shigetada NBTHK Hozon

Japanese Samurai Sword Katana Hizen No Kami Shigetada NBTHK Hozon.

This blade is attributed to Hizen no Kami Shigetada (肥前守鎮忠),who was active during the early Edo period (Early 17th century).
He was initially from Takada village in Bungo province (today’s Oita prefecture) and belonged to Takada school. He moved to Hizen province (today’s Saga prefecture) with his older brother, Shigemasa (鎮政), in the middle of his career.
Eventually, Shigetada and Shigemasa were relocated to Iga province (today’s Mie prefecture) by the order from Todo Takatora, one of the most famous feudal lords during the warring state- early Edo period. Shigetada also forged blades in Kishu province (today’s Wakayama prefecture). It is said that he also mastered excellent sword-forging techniques from Kishu Ishido school. In his career, he received the honorable official title of Hizen no Kami from the imperial court for his highly refined craftsmanship.
Details are just stunning blade is good, but please look at the fine mountings it a great piece of Samurai history.
A must have for any collector.

NBTHK      Hozon Token
Nagasa       71.4cm
Sori             0.9 cm
Mekugi hole      3
Era             Edo period  year 1624
Country    Iga Province
This blade is appraised as a Hozon Touken (保存刀剣) issued by NBTHK (Nihon Bijutsu Touken Hozon Kyokai: 日本美術刀剣保存協会). This authentication paper was only given to authentic Japanese swords, well preserved and high quality with artistic value.