1930's Japanese Goldstone Cloisonne Vase with Phoenix & Dragon

It is 4.7 inches (12 cm) tall by 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) wide. It is 0.8 Lb.

It has tarnished metal and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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Age: Edo Period (1...

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