International Match Safe

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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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