Salt and Pepper shakers

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Posted by fishjacks

17 years ago

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Description They are a little dirty and the corks are missing from the bottom, but the paint detail is excellent considering their age.

Category Ceramics and Porcelains

Medium Porcelain

Distinguishing marks "japan" hand written on the bottom of both

Condition Excellent

Size and dimensions of this item 3-4" high

Date Period late 1800's

Weight .5 ounces

History These were my great grandparents shakers. Not sure where they were purchased.

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Price Paid (If known) unknown

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Lovejoy 🎯 Collector 17 years ago

Re: Salt and Pepper shakers

Japanese pieces marked "Japan" date after the early 1920's, sets like yours generally before World War Two. Unless in good condition values for them today are modest, generally under $25.00. Lovejoy

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Salt and Pepper shakers

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