Sue-mon Kanamono of Samurai Armor
据文金物 Sue-mon Kanamono
What is Sue-mon Kanamono of Samurai Armor
The term "Sue-mon Kanamono" refers to decorative metal fittings (Kanamono) used in armor. These include chrysanthemum-shaped metal fittings attached to the metal parts in the kabuto, for example around the eyebrow shield (Mabisashi), the turn-back (Fukigaeshi), and the Sandalwood board (Sendan-no-ita). They often feature family crests or patterns carved into them. Most of them are made of gilt bronze.
See more terms related to samurai armor in this samurai armor glossary