Vintage obi-dome (sash clip) and brooch with a beautiful coral flower carving. I obtained this item on Mercari, listed as genuine coral, new, unused, and a long-term storage item. Although it was described as genuine coral, I have not had it appraised.
Size: Approximately 5.7cm x 2.2cm
I also created a chain with small coral beads to match.
Size: Approximately 40cm x 45cm with an adjuster.
It can be used as an obi-dome, a brooch, and, depending on your ideas, as a necklace, allowing for at least 5 different styles, making a total of 7 ways to use it.
Photo 1: Overall view
Photos 2 & 3: Examples of use as an obi-dome on formal and fashionable obi (sash)
Photo 4: Obi-dome, the carving on the front and its size
Photo 5: Obi-dome, the back and its size
The fittings have plenty of room for a 3-part cord.
The brooch pin is like new.
There appears to be no engraving on the metal. There are small scratches from aging, but the carving follows the outline of the coral flowers, and the heart-shaped openwork is beautifully crafted.
Photo 6: Choker style, with the chain running horizontally
Photo 7: How the chain is passed through on the back
Photo 8: Pendant style, with the chrysanthemum facing up
Photo 9: How the chain is passed through on the back
Photo 10: Pendant style, with the peony facing up
Photo 11: How the chain is passed through on the back
Photo 12: Diagonal use, wrapped around the brooch pin
Photo 13: How the chain is wrapped on the back
Photo 14: Chain only
Photos 15-17: With various colored backgrounds
Photo 18: Chain and adjuster details and size
Photo 19: Weight
(The obi and case used in the background are not included)
- Material: Coral
- Color: Pink
- Design: Flower carving
- Style: Vintage
- Decoration: Beaded necklace
I believe this has become a luxurious item that can be used with both Japanese and Western clothing.
Thank you for looking.
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