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The kojiri is the metal fitting at the end of the scabbard (saya). It protected the wooden scabbard from damage when resting on the ground and added elegance to the overall design.
They were commonly crafted in iron, copper, shakudo, or brass, sometimes with gold or silver inlays. Many were decorated to match the rest of the koshirae.
Kojiri reflect the Japanese attention to detail in sword mountings. They are important for preserving the originality of a sword, especially when they survive with the scabbard.
Materials, craftsmanship, rarity of the motif, and whether it is part of a complete set affect its value. Kojiri with documented provenance are especially prized.
Because they are small yet highly artistic examples of Japanese craftsmanship. Even when separated from a sword, they remain unique historical artifacts.
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