IJA IJN Japanese Cigarette Case Ashtry Set

[zachb]

Agreed, very beautiful pieces.

I don't have a "smoke set" but I do have this cigarette case that you might find interesting. It has gold inlay and, though a little worn, there is an interesting surprise inside. See this link for the kind translation Nick did for me (man my picture taking skills have improved over the years):

http://dev.wehrmacht-awards.com/foru...ight=Cigarette


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[zachb]

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[Nick Komiya]

I think the manufacturer's hallmark is from Shobido of Osaka, who used to make orders when private manufacturer's were still involved

[zachb]

I think the manufacturer's hallmark is from Shobido of Osaka, who used to make orders when private manufacturer's were still involved

Nick, thank you so very much for that additional information.


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[Ian Lim]

HI zachb , thanks for sharing your cig case.nice case to a golden kite winner.