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What kind of jewelry is Japan known for?
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Japan is known for cultured pearl jewelry. Many people appreciate the beauty of Akoya pearls gathered from Akoya oysters found off the shores of Japanese islands. Since 1893, Mikimoto of Tokyo has been known worldwide for creating fine-quality Akoya pearl pieces. Shop a collection of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
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Early 20th Century Japanese Jewelry Box
Located in Dallas, TX
This early 20th century Japanese jewelry box is made of black lacquer and decorated with beautiful
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antiquities
19th Century Japanese Jewelry Box in Lacquer Decor with Birds
Located in Marseille, FR
Japanese jewelry box in lacquer decor with birds (waders) decorated on all sides XIXth with handle
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Antique Late 19th Century Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Lacquer
Japanese Jewelry Box, 1900
Located in Marseille, FR
Jewelry box Japan 1890/1900 decorated with a hundred Menukis in embossed brass and inlays measuring
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Antique 19th Century Jewelry Boxes
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Rosewood
Small Japanese Marquetry Cabinet Yosegi Zaiku 19th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very beautiful Japanese jewelry cabinet in Yosegi-zaiku marquetry composed of six drawers. The
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Furniture
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Wood
Rare Shakudo Bunny Rabbit Pendant Necklace Japan Antique Victorian, circa 1870
Located in New York, NY
swords was prohibited in 1877, Japanese jewelry artisans transferred their skills to jewelry making. the
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces
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Mixed Metal, Shakudo
Dragon Foo Dog Shakudo Earrings Samurai Warrior Japan 14 Karat Gold Victorian
Located in New York, NY
and copper. After the wearing of swords was prohibited in 1877, Japanese jewelry artisans transferred
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Aesthetic Movement Dangle Earrings
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Gold, 14k Gold, Mixed Metal, Shakudo
