Vintage Japanese Lucky Hammer Piggy Bank

This is a vintage Japanese ceramic lucky hammer or Uchide no kozuchi. This hammer is a money bank with a hole to insert coins on the front and a covered hole on the bottom to extract money. It is dark brown and has a cord. On the top of the hammer sits a mouse or a rat, one of the twelve animals of the Japanese zodiac. The mouse is made of wood, leather, and other materials. 

• Dark brown, beige
• Ceramic, wood, leather, resin
• Kanji on the sticker: 昭和47年生 干支 子 meaning born in Showa 47(1792) zodiac mouse
• C1970
• Item weight: 92 grams
• Packed weight: 292 grams
• Approx. 10 cm long x 6.3 cm wide x 6.5 cm tall 
• Good condition. Discoloration on tassel.  Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
• This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan

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About Us: We 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.