Origin: Japan Date: Spring, Heisei 5 (1993) Shape: "Crane-neck" Guanyin vase (pear-shaped vase) Decoration: Gold and silver inlay featuring a twin-crane motif and a 16-petal chrysanthemum design (Imperial crest) Material: Bronze alloy with gold and silver inlay Dimensions: Height: 24.3 cm Rim diameter: 3 cm Belly diameter: 9 cm Weight: 423 g Condition: Excellent; minor surface scratches Base Inscription: "Commemorating the receipt of the Yellow Ribbon Medal of Honor, Spring of Heisei 5 — Hirano Toyokichi" This is a Takaoka bronze vase featuring an elegant "crane-neck" pear shape. The body is intricately inlaid with gold and silver designs depicting twin cranes and a 16-petal chrysanthemum (the Imperial crest). Cast in bronze, it possesses a refined surface texture and a substantial, solid feel. This piece was specially created to commemorate the recipient's award of the "Yellow Ribbon Medal of Honor" in 1993. It is suitable for display in a tea room or study for floral arrangements and serves as an excellent addition to a collection of Japanese craftsmanship.