Sword Guard (Tsuba)

Dark brown circular metal object with a flat surface. Cut out center has two rounded rectangular openings side by side and a rounded triangular opening at the top. The outside of the circle is cut out in a wavy pattern resembling tree branches. Upper edge of circle features a wavy line with carved flower designs. Gold dots adorn the upper portion. Lower left edge features a carved creature with a large snout, facing right. Creature has gold etch designs on it. Lower right edge of circle features a carved human figure with gold etch designs sitting on a rock. The human figure has curly hair and gold earrings. The background behind the object is solid light gray. Sword Guard (Tsuba) by unknown artist.