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Vintage Japanese Katakana Metal Letterpress Movable Type

About the Item

45 pieces of vintage Japanese metal letterpress movable type, ‘Katakana’ (Angular form of Japanese syllabary, primarily used for words of foreign origin). Showa period, 20th century, Japan. One piece: approx. 1.5 x 1.5 x D 2cm (0.59 x 0.59 x 0.78in)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.6 in (1.5 cm)Width: 0.6 in (1.5 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Metal,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Showa period
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chiba, JP
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9029243376492

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