metal oriental possible military issued container divided into two compartments.

By mendy, 22 March, 2010
Description

This is a metal container with two compartments inside. It is devided down the middle and has access to each compartment through a screw-top opening. There are two oriental symbols on the front of it. Language and meaning is unknown by me.

Category
Metalware
Medium
metal not sure what kind...not stainless steel or aluminum. Probably tin.
Distinguishing marks
oriental markings don't know what they mean
Condition
Fair
Size and dimensions of this item
3 in x 3 in x 1.5 in
Date Period
unknown
Weight
2.5 ounces
History
I bought this at an antique store and it was in a booth with some military items and I thought it might be also but I'm not sure.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
$3.95
For Sale?
No
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Anonymous (not verified)

14 years 9 months ago

I figured out that this is a military issued oil and solvent container from a gun-cleaning kit. Still not sure if it is chinese or japanese though.

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AlexAtlas

13 years 4 months ago

Chinese Nationalist Army, 1930's era, Mosin-Nagant Rifle oiler can. Worth around $35. You got a good deal!

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