Vintage Japanese Chokin Art Covered Trinket Box

Updated August 29, 2026

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Lot number168
Estimate400.00 - 800.00 USD
AuctionExceptional Estate Treasures – Rolex, Jewelry, Art & Collect
DateSeptember 4, 2026 at 8:59 PM PDT
Auction houseA&B Gemological Services
LocationLos Angeles, California

AB650 <br> <br>Small vintage lidded decorative jar from the Original Chokin Art Collection, made in Japan. The piece is white porcelain or fine ceramic with a 24KT gold rim and a fitted lid featuring a Chokin-style whale motif. The underside text explains that Chokin is a traditional Japanese decorative metal engraving technique using copper with gold and silver accents, adapted here as decorative art. The jar appears to come with its original presentation box. <br> <br>Condition: <br> <br>Light wear, scratches, or rubbing to the gold-tone rim/lid <br>Any chips, cracks, or crazing on the ceramic <br>Interior cleanliness <br>Wear to original box <br> <br> <br>Measures approx. 2-3 inches tall

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