# Gold Leaf Embossed Great Shell Kabuto Helmet *金箔押大貝脇立付頭形兜　江戸　鉄、木、黒漆、金箔押　35×30×33ｃｍ　1.99㎏　甲冑* - **Auction ID:** x1222628672 - **Status:** Sold (ended auction) - **Category:** Antiques and Collectibles > Armor > Armor (helmet, armor) - **Brand:** Unknown - **Price (JPY):** ¥258,000 (sold) - **Estimated all-in price (USD):** $1,914.27 — item $1,686.27 + Rinkya commission $213.00 + 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 E1-967j Product Details Product Name: Gold Leaf Embossed Great Shell Kabuto Helmet 35×30×33cm 1.99kg Era: Edo Period Materials: Iron, Black Lacquer, Wooden Side Decorations and Front Crest, Gold Leaf Embossed Accessories: (Stand is not included) Condition: Some damage present Size Approx. (Length (Overall) × Width (Blade) × Height (Thickness) cm) 35×30×33cm Weight 1.99kg Shipping Details ・Yu-Package size 120 * Shipping costs are different than cash on delivery!! Payment Details ・Yahoo! Easy Payment ・Bank Transfer ・Cash on Delivery * As this is a store, additional consumption tax will apply. □ Notes ■ If you do not contact us within a week after winning the auction, it will be regarded as a cancellation. ■ We do not issue evaluations, as we are not in a position to do so, but we can provide them upon request. ■ Shipping will be done via Yu-Package. ■ Items over 170cm will be shipped via Sagawa Express or small moving Yamato service. ■ The contact details and transaction information will be included in the notification from Yahoo after the auction is completed. Please reply with your address in the transaction management. ■ Please only bid if you agree to all terms of transaction with us. Yu-Package Fee Table * The Yu-Package fee changed from September 2018. Hiroshima Prefecture Kinki, Chugoku Shikoku, Kyushu Hokuriku, Tokai Kanto, Shinetsu Tohoku Hokkaido Okinawa Size 60 680 Yen 800 Yen 890 Yen 980 Yen 1100 Yen 1450 Yen 1200 Yen Size 80 780 Yen 880 Yen 1000 Yen 1150 Yen 1300 Yen 1550 Yen 1310 Yen Size 100 960 Yen 1100 Yen 1250 Yen 1300 Yen 1500 Yen 1700 Yen 1480 Yen Size 120 1200 Yen 1300 Yen 1500 Yen 1600 Yen 1750 Yen 2000 Yen 1700 Yen Size 140 1350 Yen 1500 Yen 1700 Yen 1850 Yen 1900 Yen 2250 Yen 1900 Yen Size 160 1500 Yen 1800 Yen 1950 Yen 2000 Yen 2200 Yen 2600 Yen 2150 Yen Size 170 1800 Yen 2000 Yen 2200 Yen 2350 Yen 2500 Yen 2900 Yen 2450 Yen ## Collector note This Gold Leaf Embossed Great Shell Kabuto Helmet from the Edo period exemplifies the intricate artistry and cultural significance of samurai armor, making it a highly sought-after collectible among enthusiasts of Japanese history and decorative arts. While the presence of some damage may affect its market price—currently positioned at ¥258,000—this item retains notable historical value that often attracts serious collectors. Given the rarity of such authentic pieces, particularly those featuring gold leaf accents, its provenance as a vintage artifact from Japan enhances desirability within collector circles. Such helmets are emblematic of the craftsmanship of their time, representing both the aesthetic and practical traditions of samurai culture. ## Images - https://auctions.c.yimg.jp/images.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/image/dr000/auc0203/user/62b6a364881470c754f8bcb985816b2a329977be7868732e6add53c8496fd9b5/i-img1200x800-17732798655100yztrgb172656.jpg ## Links - View on Rinkya: https://www.rinkya.com/discover/item/gold-leaf-embossed-great-shell-kabuto-helmet-x1222628672 - Find live items like this: https://www.rinkya.com/discover/live --- Rinkya is a proxy bidding & shopping service for buyers outside Japan. Prices in USD are estimates that include Rinkya commission and handling; the final yen price may change while an auction is live.