Japan, Empire. A Tanto with Scabbard Republic of Footnote: The Order of Pope

Footnote: The Order of Pope Pius IX also referred as the Order of PIus

This cap was well worn

Canadian Army: Korea Medal (in silver

constructed of bronzed copper

Japan, Empire. A Tanto with Scabbard Republic of Footnote: The Order of PopeA small fighting tanto, with bronze tsuka (handle) featuring floral patterns and a dragon in relief, the tsuba in once painted zinc, a steel blade measuring 21 cm (inclusive of habaki), measures 30. 5cm in total length, sharp kissaki (point of blade) but relatively dull blade, The scabbard, in bronze gilt, features four high relief bands with floral and bird patterns (partridge and peacock), the hangers have broken off, measures 24 cm, exhibiting gilt