Sword Guard, Unsigned, Shingen Tsuba, Centipede Tsuba Iron base, Brass With box (and tsuba cushion) Antique (Late Edo period to Meiji and Taisho eras) The centipede is considered a good luck charm, as it is associated with "ashi (legs)" and "okane (money) entering." As this is an antique tsuba, signs of aging and deterioration over time are unavoidable. Please examine the photos, make your own assessment, and purchase only if you understand and accept its condition. Tsuba size (approx.): Height: 8.6cm, Width: 8.5cm, Thickness: 0.8cm ❈ Instant purchase OK