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Kozuka with design of butterflies and irises

(Japanese, 1760–1828)
early to mid-19th century
Medium/TechniqueMain material: shakudo; surface treatment: nanako-ji; other metals: gold, silver, shakudo and copper; decorative technique: iroe takazogan
DimensionsOverall: 9.7 x 1.4 x 0.4 cm (3 13/16 x 9/16 x 3/16 in.)
Credit LineWilliam S. and John T. Spaulding Collection
Accession number37.950
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ClassificationsArms and armor
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