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Menuki in the Form of a Kirin

Culture Japanese

Date18th-19th century

MediumGold, silver, copper and alloy

DimensionsOverall: 1 5/16 × 9/16 inches (3.3 × 1.5 cm)

Classifications51-Arms and Armor (weapons, any material)

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Virginia W. Kettering

Object number1974.52.149.2

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