Daimyo Dokei, Original Japanese Clock *
* Daimyo Dokei

Date: Edo period (1603-…

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Daimyo Dokei, Original Japanese Clock * * Daimyo Dokei Date: Edo period (1603-1868) Total height: 101 cm Glass case: (W) 15.6 cm Wooden base: (W) 37.5 cm Condition: Good for age, some minor loss. Ref: WK06 * Please see section D.2 of terms and conditions

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Daimyo Dokei, Original Japanese Clock *

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