Early Noritake porcelain Chocolate Pot in the Christmas Ball pattern. Marked with one of the earliest of the Noritake marks. Measures 8 1/2” high. Only 1 tiny- tiny spot on the gold on the top rim ( see photo). Excellent antique condition. No other chips, cracks, crazing or fleabites. Some light wear to the gold on the handle and on the lid handle.

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About the Mark: "Komaru" symbol. The center symbol said to be taken from the Japanese character "Komaru", meaning "overcoming difficulties". Crowned with "hand painted" and below the mark "Nippon". According to the Noritake company tradition this mark was designed when meeting the different culture of the west early in the 20th century caused many problems, also known as the "tree crest mark" which is the clan crest of the Morimura family. According to recent information from the Noritake Company the correct (current) term for this mark should be 'Maruki'. Very early mark, possibly the 1910's.

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