Japanese Glass Float Fishing Buoy

Made from recycled glass, Japanese blown glass floats were used in the fishing industry to help keep fishing nets, longlines, or droplines from sinking to the bottom of the sea. Replaced by aluminum and lightweight plastics and foam, these buoys are often used as decoration.
This float is a light blue color with natural bubbles and ripples from the glass-blowing process. It has a thick nub on the bottom where the ball was sealed before cooling.

• Light blue
• Glass
• C1940
• Item weight: 464 grams
• Packed weight: 864 grams
• Approx. 11 cm long x 11 cm wide 
• Good condition considering age. Some scratches in glass. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos. 
• We got this item at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan

Shipping: Items will be shipped out via Japan Post Airmail airmail with tracking. EMS is also available. You can select the shipping method at checkout.  Please inquire about combined shipping. 

About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan.  If you have any questions please contact us.