Hi Clockwork,
Its great to see an outstanding sword example posted!!!! Would it be possible to reduce the picture size a bit though, I'd like to see the entire sword and clarify the shots of the markings. My vision ain't what it used to be
Apparantly the resolution just needs to be reduced.
Thats a fantastic example of the 'man in the moon' marking, and I've been trying to find more on its variations and earliest use.
Also, I'd like to know more on your perspective on the piece. Were any details included with the sword when you acquired it?
Thank you for posting this beauty, and I look forward to hearing more on it as well as the translation.
All the best,
Jim