This item was collected by my grandparents, who love travel and cooking. I'm decluttering and have decided to let it go. ☆ Eki-Rei Oki Station Bell, Identification, Inscription, Bronze An Eki-Rei (station bell) was, in essence, a passport in ancient times. Without it, a provincial governor could not requisition horses and personnel at the stations during travel. It was established over 1300 years ago, during the Taika Reforms. Size: Width = approx. 6cm, Height = approx. 7cm, Depth = approx. 5.5cm, Weight = approx. 298g Remarks: Please understand that this item has been stored for a long time by an amateur. #Antique #Vintage #OldTools #Antique #Retro #Meiji #Taisho #Showa #MiscellaneousGoods #OldFolkHouse #History #FromtheWarehouse #Collection #Metalwork #Bell 0104