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femvet

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HI,

I recently inherited a dresser set hall-marked Samurai, Shokai, Yokohama. It has an additional very small mark which I have not been able to make out. The set is hand-hammered in the art neuveau style and hollow.

Anybody has any relevant information?

I don't know whether this is Sterling or Plate, age or anything. the mirror is the largest I have ever seen. Definitely quality work. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you so much for reading this and have a Happy and safe, New Year.

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Patrick Vyvyan

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Samurai Shokai was the leading Japanese curio shop in Japan of the time, owned by Yozo Nomura (1870-1965). The shop was established in 1894 at 1-20 Honcho, Yokohama. The company was a retailer, but also supported a number of affiliated craftsmen - it is possible that your small mark may identify the silversmith.

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