A fine red copper kodzuka carved as a dried salmon in the round. The dried
fish is the symbol of the present given anyone entering on a long journey.
It also has the hidden meaning that the recipient will be "well preserved"
in health. A small gold tablet is set into the reverse side and is signed
Sukenari. Perhaps of the Hamano school. Ca.1700.
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