# Eboshi Shape Kabuto Helmet with Water Buffalo Side Guards

*烏帽子形兜　水牛形脇立付　江戸　鉄、脇立は木、黒漆　35×48×40ｃｍ　2㎏　甲冑/武具*

- **Auction ID:** 1224144443
- **Status:** Sold (ended auction)
- **Category:** Antiques and Collectibles > Armor > Armor (helmet, armor)
- **Brand:** Unknown
- **Price (JPY):** ¥230,000 (sold)
- **Estimated all-in price (USD):** $1,703.27 — item $1,503.27 + Rinkya commission $185.00 + handling $15.00
- **Shipping:** Ships from Japan. Wins arrive at Rinkya's Tokyo warehouse; multiple items are combined into one international shipment, billed at actual carrier cost (NOT included in the all-in price). International transit is typically 1–2 weeks once shipped.

## Description
**Item Name:** Kabuto Helmet in Eboshi Shape with Water Buffalo Side Guards  
**Era:** Edo  
**Material:** Iron, Wooden Side Guards, Black Lacquer  
**Accessories:** Stand is sold separately  
**Condition:** There is damage  

**Size:**  
Approximately (Length (whole) × Width (blade) × Height (thickness) cm)  
35 × 48 × 40 cm  
**Weight:** 2 kg  

**Shipping Details**  
- Yu-Pack Size 120  

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**Payment Details**  
- Yahoo! Easy Payment  
- Bank Transfer  
- Cash on Delivery  

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## Collector note
This Edo-era kabuto helmet exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and historical significance that collectors seek in traditional Japanese armor. With its distinctive eboshi shape and wooden side guards, this piece not only showcases the artistry of the period but also reflects the military heritage of Japan, making it a prized item among enthusiasts of samurai memorabilia. Given its condition with signs of damage, it may appeal more to serious collectors who appreciate the story and authenticity it carries rather than its flawless aesthetics. In the context of Japanese collectibles, prices for such historical artifacts can vary significantly, but this starting bid places it within a reasonable range for comparable items, especially considering the rarity of well-preserved kabuto in the market.

## Images
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