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PMO-007 Komai Oriental Village/Bird Motif
 

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IMSA #: PMO-007

Estimated Date: 1895

Country of Origin: Japan

Manufacturer: Signed, but not identified

Catalog No.: No

Material: Gold and sterling inlaid in metal

Markings: Maker mark at lower left corner

Patent/Design No.: No

Patent/Design Date: No

Size (Inches): 2 3/4 x 1 5/8

Reverse: See Photo

Description and Comments: Intricate design made with gold and sterling inlaid in metal. Design wraps around edges. This type work is typically referred to as Komai. Recessed striker at bottom.
 



 
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