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Antique Japanese Iron Inlaid Mixed Metals Tsuba with Landscape - Antique Japanese Iron tsuba, decorated with an inlaid mixed metal mountainous landscape.  Type: An ornate iron guard, featuring mokko (four-lobed) shaping.  Design: The surface is decorated with inlaid designs, often featuring motifs from nature like plants or animals.  Function: These guards were both functional protective gear and artistic accessories for samurai swords.  Measuring 3 inches x 2.75.