A unique collection of over 300 unique high quality Hanko Seals, made from hard wood, used in Japan in previous century. In Japan, Hanko seals, sometimes referred to as inkan, have historically been used to identify individuals involved in government and trading from ancient times. The Japanese emperors, shōguns, and samurai had their personal seals pressed onto edicts and other public documents to show authenticity and authority. Even today, Japanese citizens' companies regularly use name seals for the signing of a contract and other important paperwork. Each stamp has an unique (set of) Kanji symbols, which were the identification of it's owner. This set contains slightly larger, luxury stamps with more complicated kanji symbols. It sparks the imagination to think of the people who used these stamps for the important moments in their lives... Hanko seals are still used in Japan, but it is getting less. Also the modern Hanko's are made of plastic or other non natural sources. A very special set of personal items from the old Japanese daily life. Please see pictures for details. Sizes: 6 x 1 cm each. Total: 300 pieces (plus a few extra) Total weight: 2,35 KG. Shipping insured and fast from NL. no import duties, no delays.