Vintage Japanese Ceramic Bell Dorei 

This is a vintage Japanese ceramic bell, or dorei. This bell is shaped like an old station bell and is coated in a dark brown glaze. It has a small white clay ball inside. It has a purple string tied at the top.
Dorei bells have a long history and have been used in festivals and ceremonies since the Jomon period (about 13000 to 2300 years ago) when they were said to have the power to ward off evil spirits.

• Green, red
• Ceramic, string
• C1970
• Item weight:  58 grams
• Packed weight: 258 grams
• Approx. 5 cm long x 4.5 cm wide x 6.5 cm tall
• Good condition considering age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
• This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya

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