{"product_id":"japanese-glass-float-ukidama-fishing-buoy-ball-small-blue-gf33","title":"Japanese Glass Fishing Float Ukidama Buoy Ball Vtg Bindama Small Clear Blue GF33","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#000000\" size=\"5\"\u003eJapanese Glass \u003c\/span\u003eFloat Fishing Buoy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#000000\" size=\"5\"\u003eMade from recycled glass, Japanese blown glass floats were used in the fishing industry to help keep fishing nets, longlines, or droplines from sinking to the bottom of the sea. Replaced by aluminum and lightweight plastics and foam, these buoys are now often used as decoration.\u003cbr\u003eThis small float is a clear blue color with natural bubbles and ripples from the glass-blowing process. It has a thick nub on the bottom where the ball was sealed before cooling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight blue\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1940\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 83 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 383 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 7 cm long x 7 cm wide \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering age. Some scratches in glass. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe got this item at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e Shipping\u003cspan\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWe ship worldwide by Japan Post.  Adding this item to your cart shows you the shipping prices and options.  We combine shipping, and if the cart does not give you a discount, we will refund any extra shipping paid in the case of overpayment.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Us: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items.  We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer.  If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Other","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40251178516515,"sku":"GF33 buoy","price":22.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Japanese-Glass-Fishing-Float-Ukidama-Buoy-Ball-Vtg-Bindama-Small-Clear-Blue-GF33.jpg?v=1707076350","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-fr\/products\/japanese-glass-float-ukidama-fishing-buoy-ball-small-blue-gf33","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}