Found this piece at a "pioneer museum" that closed down in 1974 in Burnet, Texas.

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Posted 8 years ago

mrjeffapple
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The ashtray(?) appears to be copper-plated and worn. Oxidation has occurred in two different forms. The 3 3/8" x 3" x 3/8" tray is fairly heavy for its size, 2 ounces. The relief stamp reads, "MADE IN JAPAN" and has the rising sun. Depicted on the tray is a relief of a dragon with some painted highlights. There is a lot of detail, but mostly covered by oxidation. Having a hard time dating this piece (late 1920s - early 1940s?). Any help is appreciated!

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Karenoke, 8 years ago
Very cool!
Welcome to CW!
Hang in there, someone will likely come along with some insight to help.
ho2cultcha, 8 years ago
i'd say that's right. anytime between 1915 and 1945 was when 'Made in Japan' was used the first time around. then again after the 'Occupied Japan' in the mid 50s, i think.
billretirecoll, 8 years ago
Here's a link to one similar on my page, it's a food dish! :^)

http://www.collectorsweekly.com/stories/221227-vintage-cast-iron-square-japanese-dragon
billretirecoll, 8 years ago
Because it's small, maybe for a dipping sauce and because of the mark, it can be dated after 1921, or after 1952, before 1921 it would be Nippon, and between 1947-1952 Occupied Japan.
Hope this helps! :^)

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