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			Two questions for my own clarification; are the pieces welded together where the 4 triangular pieces intersect on the central dot? Is this a viable way to determine an older four-piece guard and have these markings been falsely imitated by some to make these swords appear older than they are?
		 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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