ANTIQUE SIGNED JAPANESE 3 3/4 BRONZE-RIN BUDDHIST SHRINE PRAYER BELL ^

Description

This is an antique Japanese bronze O-Rin a type of
sh
rine
bell from the late Taisho Era (c. 1925). This type of bell was used in a butsudan (Buddhist shrine)
when
chanting
sutra.
It has either a high toned chirping sound or a long lasting resounding sound depending how it is struck with a
wooden striker (not included).  It has a nice aged bonze patina from over  a century of loving use.
It measures  3 3/4
" at its widest diameter by 1 1/2" tall including three small feet (9.5 x 4 cm).
Having been used lovingly, along with an aged patina and some minor signs of past use, this bell remains in
very good
condition.
There is a hole on the side (see pictures 5 & 6) either for hanging or from a loss in the casing which does not interfere with its use and sound.
You'll love it,
I guarantee it
.........If you purchase this item and are not completely delighted with it, you may return it for a no questions asked refund within 30 days
of receipt.
Sailerking
and the
Shogun's Gallery of Portland, Oregon
have been in the Japanese antique business for over 40 years, and highly value our customers. Satisfaction Guarantee: All items are carefully described and photographed. If not completely delighted with any item it may be returned in original condition for refund of purchase price, less actual shipping cost. Most items listed are antiques, and as such may have an expected amount of wear from normal use. We do not sell items with major flaws without mentioning it in the listing. See photos and descriptions for condition. Returns must be shipped back within 30 days of receipt. Buyer assumes all shipping fees. If you have specific questions about the item or condition, please feel free to ask before bidding and we will make every effort to respond promptly.
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