Rich, 
Surely it must be of the end of XIX century, because at that time my city harbour had a regular shipping line with Japan, and many sailors took souvenirs like my wakisashi. I bought it at an auction in my city because looks to me quite good and was offered at a very good price. 
Regards 
Paolo 
 
The quality of the pics isn't good, it's 5 PM and there is no sun light.
		 
		
		
		
			
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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