Japanese Bronze Koi Fish Bell/Gong: Late Edo Period (c. 19th century) Antique Cowrie shells historically served as

Cowrie shells historically served as currency across West Africa and remain powerful cultural symbols of wealth

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This ancient Phoenician ring bears a mosaic glass center-stone and an ornately crafted gold-gilt metal band

fully displaying the artisan's mesmerizing decorative skill and use of masculine themes

Japanese Bronze Koi Fish Bell/Gong: Late Edo Period (c. 19th century) Antique Cowrie shells historically served asTraveling Man Treasures is selling this antique Japanese bronze fish bell or gong (known in Shinto and Buddhist traditions as a dou gyo or gyogyo bell). The piece is in excellent condition as shown, and makes a wonderful addition to any Asian craft collection! Traditionally suspended by the loops on its back from a temple, shrine, or tea room ceiling, it is struck with a wooden striker to produce a resonant chime. The side of the fish is cast with