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Asian game piece?

C
16 years ago
AI Appraisal
Description I have two photos showing this object. It is 3 5/8 inches long, 1 7/8 wide and about 3/8 inches thick. It is black lacquer wood with hinged tabs made of what appears to be ivory with carved jade insects and birds on each tab. Five larger tabs about 1/2 inches wide and as long and three smaller tabs about 1/4 inch wide and 1/2 inch long. they are placed along the long edge of the piece, four large tabs on one side, one large and three small tabs on the other.
Category General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium black laquer wood, ivory, jade
Distinguishing marks none
Condition Good
Size and dimensions of this item 3 5/8 x 1 7/8
Date Period none
Weight 4 oz
History found in my late husband's desk drawer, no idea of origin
Price Paid (If known) inherited
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Submitted by mindbogglz

Wow...I remembered trying to look this up when you posted this...found out what it is, today accidently & had a hard time finding your request, again. It is a Japanese lacquer Shibayama Whist counter used to keep score...$500 bucks, maybe... http://www.ancienteastantiques.com/items/824602/item824602ancienteast.html
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