Description: Vtg Japanese Buddhist Kongorei Handbell for Prayer This is a vintage Japanese Buddhist five-pronged handbell, or Kongorei used primarily during Buddhist ritual ceremonies and prayer. It is a Soto Zen bell and is mostly made of silver-colored metal. It features embossed plum blossoms along the handle and a shouchikubai motif on the bell part. At the very top is a gold metal lotus flower. The front has a removable royal purple braided and knotted cord and tassels with a silver plum blossom pin. The sound is very bright and cheery. Silver, gold, purple Metal, string Bell sound 1980 Item weight: 254 grams Packed weight: 554 grams Approx. 5 cm wide x 22.5 cm tall Good condition considering its age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos. This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya Shipping: Items will be shipped out via Japan Post Airmail airmail with tracking. EMS is also available. You can select the shipping method at checkout. Please inquire about combined shipping. About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions, please contact us.
Price: 44.96 USD
Location: Ama-Gun, Aichi
End Time: 2025-02-08T02:32:51.000Z
Shipping Cost: 18 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 60 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
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Primary Material: Mixed Materials
Original/Reproduction: Vintage Original
Color: Multi-Color
Age: Post-1940
Maker: Unknown
Region of Origin: Japan
