Posted Though it's not really an "arsenal" mark by definition, it is a mark of note in references This is the Kikusui (floating chrysanthemum) of swordsmith working under the Minatogawa Shrine in Kobe The forge was dedicated in 1940, and smith produced works until August of 1945The marks allowed the owner to "claim" the victim as a personal victory In western Europe, deep stamped markings on blades were widespread until the 10's as means of brand identification Before about 1814, the stamping dies were handcut This resulted in markings that appear rough and simple After 1814, English law repealed theThis example was made at Jinsen Arsenal in Japaneseoccupied Korea Jinsen was the Japanese name for the Korean seaport of Inchon Inchon was the site of the first naval battle of the RussoJapanese War of 1904–05 Japan occupied Korea from 1905–1945
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