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Edo Period Chain Mail Armor Jacket, Kusari or Karuta, Japan
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Edo period Chain Mail Armor Jacket, Kusari or sometimes known as Karuta, Japan
Japanese chain mail armor jacket is composed of brass metal plates linked together with metal wires and sewn onto cotton indigo fabric. The metal plates are shaped like the Karuta game cards, hence sometimes it's referred to as Karuta. This particular jacket was probably worn by a foot soldier.
- Dimensions:Height: 26 in (66.04 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
- Style:Edo (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Late 18th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Some losses in the integrity of the links, overall condition is good.
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
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