Iron Tsuba Signed "Iwai Yoshimichi" Decorated with Amida Yasurime Therefore I suspect that this

Therefore I suspect that this piece could have been made by his adopted son who signed "Rinsendo Mitsuo"

Tsunagi length

who was a 9th generation master

That is why they appear to be solid gold

This kamon has been used by Matsunaga clan

Iron Tsuba Signed "Iwai Yoshimichi" Decorated with Amida Yasurime Therefore I suspect that thisIron tsuba signed "Iwai Yoshimichi". He was a armour and sword fittings maker at the end of edo period. This tsuba is made in the Nobuie style. Very well forged with a melted surface finish. Decorated with amida yasurime. Sukashi are most probably stars, not sure which constellation. Made in late edo period. Size: 85 mm x 80 mm x 3 mm