拍品的状况可能存在极大差异，而由于其性质使然，拍品难以处于完美无瑕的状态。拍品均以拍卖时的状况出售。

We have sought to record changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture.

Scabbard:
A few flat chips to the tip of the scabbard and to the rims and edges.
Some fritting to the rims and edges.
Some areas of extensive wear to the glaze and with deep scratches.
Some firing spots and firing flaws.

Handle:
Some fritting / small chips to the rims and edges.
Some firing spots and firing flaws.

Blade:
The top section of the blade slightly bent.
Otherwise good overall condition with surface wear as expected.

General age-related surface wear and scratches as can be expected.