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vintage Japanese Industrial Collection: 17pc Letterpress Metal Stamps & Original Box

This lot offers a fascinating look into the analog era of Japanese journalism. It is a diverse collection of 17 professional-grade metal stamps (printing blocks) used in mid-20th century newspaper production. Rather than a standard set, this is an authentic assembly of various motifs and typography used for daily press and advertisements.

A Diverse Visual Archive:
This collection includes a wide range of designs that captured the daily life and social system of Shōwa-era Japan:

Logos & Media: Includes the official logo for Mainichi Shimbun (a major Japanese newspaper) and Sawara Shinkin Bank (a regional bank).

Daily Life & Business: Nameplates for local families/businesses such as "Aoyagi-ke" (青柳家), along with various company logos and marks.

Graphic Symbols: Beautifully preserved blocks featuring a classic car silhouette, a topographic map, and unique geometric emblems.

Seasonal Greetings: Traditional kanji stamps for seasonal correspondence, including "Gasho" (New Year), "Oseibo" (Year-end gift), and "Keishun" (Early Spring).

Condition & Aesthetic Value:
These items were once at the heart of a busy printing office. They are now offered as unique objects of art, valued for their heavy metal texture and the natural patina of time.

Quantity: 17 pieces total (14 all-metal blocks, 3 metal-on-wood stamps).

Weight: Solid collection weighing approx. 1.2 kg.

Storage: Includes the original, time-worn wooden box that served as their home in the printing house.

【Shipping & Important Notices for International Buyers】

Direct from Japan: Carefully packed and shipped via tracked airmail (EMS/DHL).

Import Duties & VAT: Please note that customs duties, VAT, and other import taxes are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These are the responsibility of the buyer.

Historical Artifacts: These items are sold as historical artifacts and decorative collectors' items, representing the heritage of Japanese typography.