Antique Japanese & World Weapons AUG. 29th
Lot 46:
Rare MeiJi era Japanese Secret Message Carrier Disguised as Aikuchi Dagger. A unique and very seldom encountered element of the mid to late 19th century Japanese warfare culture, this small container built to be disguised as a small dagger is designed to carry important and secret documents or messages. In its brass furniture with a small brass kozuka in place and original braided strap for carrying around the belt. A lovely quality example of an exceptional rarity for a collector.Overall Length 9 3/8"
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