Blade for a Straight Single-Edged Sword (Chokutō)

The image depicts a long, narrow, straight silver-colored metal blade with a single edge. The blade is laid flat, oriented horizontally, with the edge facing up. It has a flat, straight back and a straight edge that runs along the top. The blade's surface exhibits a weathered appearance, featuring numerous small pits and darker spots scattered throughout. The tip on the right end appears sharp and pointed, while the left end is more worn. The background is a plain gray color. The object is a Chokutō, a type of straight single-edged sword blade, by an unknown artist.