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Kanamono in the form of a stem of chrysanthemum, with backplate

mid to late 19th century (before 1889)
Medium/TechniqueMain material: gold; other metals: shibuichi plate; decorative technique: takabori
DimensionsOverall: 3.9 x 1 cm (1 9/16 x 3/8 in.)
Credit LineCharles Goddard Weld Collection
Accession number11.5576
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ClassificationsArms and armor
Collections
Provenance1890, Charles Goddard Weld Collection; bequest to MFA, Boston, December 7, 1911.