Sword-Hilt Collar and Pommel (Fuchigashira)

Two dark brown metal pieces with gold inlays. The top piece is oval shaped and has a relief design of a mythical creature. The creature has a curled tail and four legs, and its body and tail have gold inlays. The creature appears to be surrounded by curled shapes. The bottom piece is rectangular with rounded edges and also features gold inlays. The gold inlays on the bottom piece form a series of curved lines and dots. The background of the image is light gray.