Japan, Empire. A Lot of Three Fuchi & Kashira Sets Auction bearing a raised anchor overlaid

bearing a raised anchor overlaid by crossed swords on a pebbled background

measuring 13 mm x 11 mm

the reverse with a central white enameled medallion bearing a raised Gold institution date of “1849”

A 1915 Austrian “Kriegspatenschaft Komitee” badge

in order to replace the fragile bakelite version that was in use

Japan, Empire. A Lot of Three Fuchi & Kashira Sets Auction bearing a raised anchor overlaid1. Fuchi & Kashira, in toned Shakudo, copper centre, featuring dragonfly motif which symbolizes strength and courage, gold overlay, Fuchi measures 37. 35 mm (l) x 19. 65 mm (w) Kashira measures 35. 34 mm (l) x 18. 62 mm W); 2. Fuchi & Kashira, in toned Shakudo, copper centre, featuring intricate gold inlay, depicting historical battle scene, Fuchi measures 38. 38 mm (l) x 22. 39 mm (w) signed Kashira measures 35. 49 mm (l) x 17. 14 mm W); 3. Fuchi &