I don't think so. I'm not sure how many saw this on auction on eBay. Ended up paying $281.00. I was prepared to go about another $90.00, but luckily I didn't have to. To me, it gets no better than this. First, it is IJN, outstanding provenance with letters from the marine who captured it, a write up by Dr. Bortner, and from the Battle of Saipan. An IJN piece picked up on Saipan makes me wonder if it came from a SNLF soldier. No way to know I guess. But such a neat piece, and so well documented, I really wanted it for my collection. Any and all opinions appreciated. If you think I'm a fool for paying that much, it won't hurt my feelings There is one more item I'm going to try hard for. Will know within a week if I get it. If not, there is another piece I'm going to get, but anyhow, hopefully I can show you another new addition to my collection in a few days.
Regards,
Joel
Regards,
Joel
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