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Japanese "Rooster" Motif w/ Foliage
 

 

IMSA#:  PMO-49

Estimated Date:   c. 1890

Country of Origin:   Japan

Manufacturer:   Unknown

Catalog No.:    None

Material:   Patinated Brass

Markings:   None

Patent/Design No.:  No

Patent/Design Date:   No

Size (Inches):    2 3/4 x 1 1/2

Description and Comments:    Deeply embossed image of a Japanese "rooster" with large wattles (fleshy bits that hang from the throat) and large plumage plus foliage motif. Striker on bottom edge.

Reverse:   Same as Front

Submitted BY:    G. Sparacio

 

 

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