{"product_id":"vintage-japanese-shakudo-meiji-era-letter-opener-63479","title":"Vintage Japanese Shakudo Meiji Era Letter Opener","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Japanese Shakudo letter opener made from plated copper. Late Meiji period in date (1868 -1912) this beautifully ornate letter opener was crafted with great skill and detail. The handle is ornately decorated with a series of frogs in various poses of dance on one side with a vase of chrysanthemums and scissors on the other. The blade depicts sparse floral scenes on both sides.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFrogs were a sign of good luck (and signifies a return) within Japanese culture so this highlights the significance of these symbols being used to open letters that good luck was in the returning letter . This would make a fabulous birthday gift, housewarming gift holiday gift or for any Japanese metal enthusiasts.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMEASUREMENTS\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nOpener measures: 10.5\" long by 1 wide and weighs 2oz.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCONDITION\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn good condition considering age and use - please see all pictures as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClick Here to see our shipping, returns and refunds policy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeel free to contact us if you have any further questions about this item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Yesteryear Essentials","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67694679916634,"sku":"scl1791949448280","price":144.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/2462\/4986\/files\/vintage-japanese-shakudo-meiji-era-letter-opener_1_fb164d05-1226-4177-b1a3-3c7088464a7b.jpg?v=1791949456","url":"https:\/\/southwestvibewear.shop\/products\/vintage-japanese-shakudo-meiji-era-letter-opener-63479","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}