24g Lot 2pr Silver Japan Foo Dog Shakudo Cufflinks

Updated September 18, 2026

Lot of two pairs of Japanese silver figural cufflinks in mixed-metal and gilt finishes. Pair one: 3D repoussé Buddhist temple lion / foo dog cufflinks in high detail, each guardian shown mid-stride w/ curled mane, bulging eyes, and clouded body, presenting as a mirror-facing pair; gold vermeil finish over silver w/ base metal showing through at high points from wear. Each face measures 1.08 in. length x 0.66 in. width. Reverse marked MADE IN JAPAN STERLING .925 w/ T-bar post backing. Pair weighs 10g. Pair two: elongated Japanese Shakudo (dark patinated copper-gold alloy) cufflinks decorated w/ high-relief gilt tulip and lily blossoms, small applied silver plum flowers, and dark leafy scrollwork against the black shakudo ground; mounted on silver backplates marked SILVER w/ T-bar posts also marked SILVER. Each face measures 1.32 in. length x 0.49 in. width. Pair weighs 14g. Combined total weight 24g. All four cufflinks show light surface wear and patina consistent w/ vintage use; shakudo finish and gilt highlights largely intact; T-bar mechanisms swivel and appear functional but not stress-tested. All items are sold as-is.

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