Sword Guard (Tsuba)

Dark brown, oval-shaped metal object with rounded edges. Two oval-shaped holes in center, one large and narrow, one small and wide. Top of object features a bird with gold speckles. Bottom features a dog-like creature with gold accents. Right side features a person in armor with a sword and gold accents. Background of object has subtle texture and darker brown spots. Object appears to be made of metal with visible signs of aging. Gold accents add decorative elements to design. Object is symmetrical, with design elements balanced across surface.