WWII Imperial Japanese Navy Shell Shaped Sake Bottles Pair Military Souvenir For Sale

DescriptionImperial Japanese Navy Commemorative Sake Bottles – Matching PairA beautiful matching pair of pre-WWII Japanese Navy ceramic sake bottles, each shaped like an artillery shell.Measuring approximately 13 cm (5.1 inches) tall, they feature gold decoration, naval anchors, cherry blossoms, and chrysanthemums.The Japanese inscriptions read “Navy” and “Commemoration of Completed Military Service.”A Sailor’s Journey HomeIn prewar Japan, completing the required period of military service was an important milestone in a young man’s life.Commemorative items like these celebrated the end of military service and the return to civilian life.Imagine a young Japanese sailor returning home after years of naval training and duty, bringing back a souvenir of his time in uniform.What makes these bottles particularly charming is the contrast between their military shell shape and their delicate floral decorations.They offer a fascinating glimpse into the everyday lives and traditions of Imperial Japanese Navy sailors.ConditionMatching pair of two ceramic bottles. Both show age-related wear, including some loss of gold decoration, minor marks, and surface wear.Please examine the photographs carefully for condition details.Own a Piece of History.Shipping

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