Ivory Kirin
Refer to I.N.S. Journal-"the Japanese Seal-Rediscovery," Winter, 2002 issue, Pgs.20/26; 7. Shishi, ivory. 3.3 x 2.5 cm. Complex carving is still being studied for a proper translation. The base of this seal is most unsusal and extremely refined.
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