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Japanese Crystal Birds, inlaid with gold leaf

By joniwarden, 6 March, 2013
Description

I have 5 crystal birds, about 2 &1/8th in. long. Each has a sliver of melted gold leaf "floating" inside the glass. They are secured in a box that resembles a book. The box exterior is lined with painted cloth and bares a white strip of paper with the Japanese symbols (translated) "Glass Artisan". On the bottom edge of the box is a small paper tag with the letters, M I - 3A.

The interior of the box is white satin where the birds rest in small slots.

I would like to know how much each bird could sell for, and the box. Or as an entire set.

 

Thank you!!!

Category
Glassware and Crystal
Medium
Crystal, I believe.
Distinguishing marks
No marks
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
2 & 1/8 in from beak to tail and 1 & 1/4 in from tip of tail to base
Date Period
unknown
Weight
2-4 oz
History
unknown. Other than the contents and box appears to be Japanese. The box looks to be at least 20+ years old.
For Sale?
Yes
Photos

joniwarden

12 years 2 months ago

Re: Japanese Crystal Birds, inlaid with gold leaf

Bumping this request

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brother272005

12 years 2 months ago

Re: Japanese Crystal Birds, inlaid with gold leaf

I think it is crystal, should be glass. the price may range between USD 50 to 80.

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