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Occupied Japan fishing Lure

J
15 years ago
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Description The lure is bone or ivory. It is stamped MADE IN OCCUPIED JAPAN. A 1/16" copper plate is mortised into the nose and extends back 1 7/16". This plate is secured with a copper tube and two copper rivets. A wire hoop as a leader goes through the tube si connected to itself with a compression connector that also appears to be copper. The hook is 4 1/8" long and the hook gap is 1 inch. The ring eye of the hook is secured to the body with a large copper rivet. The back of the hook is secured with twisted copper wire through two holes in the end of the body.
Category General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium Ivory or whale bone
Distinguishing marks "Made in Occupied Japan"
Condition Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item 7" long, 7/8" wide, 1 1/2" high
Date Period mid 1940's
Weight 1 3/4 oz.
History I purchased this lure in seattle in 1970.
Price Paid (If known) $10.00
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