Unknown sword........

[Nikolaus]

It is a pity, I thought it would be real because the old look from the wood of the hilt.
What is it worth as a fake?

[Walkwolf]

I'd check Ebay - you might find an identical piece. The 'worm holes'
in the grip threw me at first as well, because we know this is seen
on antique furniture as a sign of age.

It's worth what you paid - but some Japanese repros
are priced at $100+........

[BOB COLEMAN]

Whatever it is, it is not Japanese. As others have said, it may be a fantasy design attempting to be a Japanese sword.

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Whatever it is, it is not Japanese. As others have said, it may be a fantasy design attempting to be a Japanese sword.