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unopened sake bottle from the 1940's

By pam guthrie, 4 January, 2014
Description

a brownish crock like unopened sake bottle from Japan.  General John D Harshberger bought it.  It has a raised picture of Okinawa with the name written above it, and a raised picture of a japanese building.  there are 2 labels and one seal with writing in japanese and a Tel 32 -1628on the top and bottom label.  The spout is sealed with a cork and gold plastic.  There is nothing written on the bottom of the bottle/crock/jug.

Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
crock like pottery clay
Distinguishing marks
raised pictures of okinawa and a japanese village building
Condition
Mint
Size and dimensions of this item
7 inches height 5 inches width
Date Period
1940
Weight
2 pounds
History
this sake was purchased by general John D Harshberger when he was in Japan in the 1940's
General Harshberger was the first night flight pilot that flew with radar.
For Sale?
Yes
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