Antique Japanese Mimikaki-Gata Kanzashi Hairpin, c. 1850–1910 Tools showing natural surface wear

showing natural surface wear

a very clear strike and freshly cleaned and polished

It comes in the original wood storage box which has protected it over the years

Manchukuoan swords

with a warmer interior tone from use and firing

Antique Japanese Mimikaki-Gata Kanzashi Hairpin, c. 1850–1910 Tools showing natural surface wearAntique Japanese Mimikaki Gata Kanzashi Hairpin, c. 18501910 OVERVIEWA late EdoMeiji tama kanzashi () featuring a green glass bead and an integrated mimikaki (ear pick) tipan ingenious, dual purpose hair ornament used in traditional Japanese coiffure. KEY DETAILS Type: Kanzashi hairpin (mimikaki gata; two prong shank) Materials: Bronze (patinated), green glass bead Period: Late Edo to Meiji era, circa 18501910 Dimensions: Approx. 7. 25 in (18. 4 cm)