Twelve Zodiac Animals Openwork Iron Tsuba This is a tsuba (sword guard) with the twelve zodiac animals carved in openwork. There is a light rust overall, but it is a very rare design. Size: Length: Approximately 8.1 cm Width: Approximately 8.1 cm Thickness: 4 mm (Please forgive any slight errors as this is a layman's measurement.) No box is included. Some age-related wear and light rust are visible overall. Due to the nature of antique items, please understand that there may be age-related soiling and damage.