Product Details

The Tang Dynasty was the golden age of Chinese civilization - an era when art, poetry, and swordsmithing all reached extraordinary heights. This Jian captures that spirit with a peony flower motif woven throughout the design. The peony is the "king of flowers" in Chinese culture, a symbol of wealth, honor, and elegance. It's a fitting theme for a sword from the dynasty that defined Chinese cultural greatness.

The blade is forged from 1045 carbon steel - a reliable mid-carbon alloy that balances toughness with edge performance. It's a straight, single-piece design that tapers cleanly to the tip. At 40.5 inches overall and 2.9 lbs, it sits in a sweet spot between the compact short Jian and the oversized ceremonial pieces. It's long enough to feel substantial, light enough to handle comfortably with one hand.

The hardwood scabbard has a warm, natural grain finish with alloy fittings at the mouth, mid-band, and tip. The fittings feature engraved floral patterns that complement the peony theme without being over the top. The handle follows the same natural wood aesthetic with alloy end caps that tie the whole look together. It's understated and elegant - the kind of piece that looks better the longer you study it.

Three straight five-star reviews tell the story: customers call the attention to detail "remarkable" and the quality "outstanding." At $129, this is one of the most accessible Tang Dynasty swords available at this level of craftsmanship. One reviewer specifically said they'd "recommend this to anyone looking to add a sword to their collection" - and given the price point, that recommendation carries real weight.

Whether you're starting a Chinese sword collection, looking for an affordable but genuine Tang Dynasty piece, or want a gift that looks far more expensive than it actually costs - this Peony Jian is hard to beat for the money.

Includes hardwood scabbard. Stand not included. Free US shipping with 30-day money-back guarantee.

Specification

Product Specifications
Item NumberTK-CN-19025
Primary ColorBrown
Primary Material1045 Carbon Steel
Dimensions40.5 x 1.3 Inches
Weight2.9 Pounds
Packing Size43 x 4 x 4 Inches
Shipping Weight4.0 Pounds

Customer Reviews(3)

Paul King North Caro, United States
Jan 14, 2022 14:33

The sword is absolutely outstanding thank you very much.

Randy Blackburn South Carolina, United States
Jan 03, 2022 17:07

The attention to details is remarkable and the quality is outstanding. I would recommend this to anyone looking to add a sword to there collect.