# Outstanding Modern Armor, Iron Black Lacquered Helmet with Star Design, Exquisite Craftsmanship

*敬逢 秀逸 名品 現代 甲冑 鉄地黒漆塗大円山二方白大星兜 鉄地色々絲縅胴 具足一作 鎧兜 面頬 鎧櫃 復古大鎧 極上の作*

- **Auction ID:** l1207299758
- **Status:** Sold (ended auction)
- **Category:** Antiques and Collectibles > Armor > Armor (helmet, armor)
- **Brand:** Unknown
- **Price (JPY):** ¥252,728 (sold)
- **Estimated all-in price (USD):** $1,874.55 — item $1,651.82 + Rinkya commission $207.73 + 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
Thank you for your continuous support of 【古美術 敬逢 kobijutu_k1】. We introduce a selection of exquisite pieces that are incomparable in quality and condition, with a focus on sword fittings, regardless of genre.

**Outstanding Modern Armor**
This is a magnificent piece of armor. While it is a modern creation, there are no compromises in detail, representing a truly wonderful work of armor made entirely of iron. Featuring a black lacquer surface on the iconic Maruyama helmet with a large star design and a torso made of various silk cords, the helm has superb craftsmanship with layered wrought iron, adorned with shino-dake (suspension cords) on the front and back, and splendidly made iron elements throughout.

The helmet includes a brass ornament and a Hinomaru (Japanese flag) front crest. The torso is made of iron as well, and the armor can be checked with a magnet confirming its quality. The skirt and face mask are also of iron construction, along with the larger sleeves, chainmail gloves, thigh guards, and shin guards that are remarkable as well. 

There is an armor-stand and chest included, as can be seen in the images. The condition is excellent; while deterioration of the fabric, some dirt, thread fraying, and wear on the surface paint exist due to aging, there are no significant damages. Personally, it is in very good condition. Please check the images carefully to confirm the condition and included accessories. The armor chest also has corresponding wear. Thank you for your understanding.

**Condition:** Excellent condition; as shown in the images, there is wear on the fabric, slight dirt, fraying, and surface deterioration, but no major issues. The armor chest has some wear corresponding to its age.

**Dimensions:** Life-size.

*Weight: Not mentioned.*

*Please understand that there may be slight discrepancies in measurements, weight, and individual items.*

## Collector note
Modern full-size armor represents a niche but dedicated collector segment focused on contemporary craftsmanship that honors traditional ironworking and assembly techniques. The all-iron construction—verifiable by magnet as noted—distinguishes this from cheaper production methods, and the Maruyama helmet form with black lacquer and inlaid star design reflects quality workshop standards typical of serious Japanese armor makers. Life-size display pieces of this caliber command collector attention due to labor intensity, material costs, and the rarity of makers maintaining authentic layered wrought-iron methods; condition matters significantly for fabric elements (silk cords, chainmail) which degrade faster than metal components and are difficult to authentically restore.

## Images
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