Game Piece
Amulet
| Object Number: | 29-127-1649 |
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| Current Location: | Collections Storage |
| Culture: | Japanese |
| Provenience: | Japan |
| Section: | Asian |
| Materials: | Bronze |
| Iconography: | Horse Monkey |
| Credit Line: | Purchased from Rev. Edward W. Thwing; subscription of Robert C. H. Brock, 1902 |
| Other Number: | 11574 - R. C. H. Brock Collection Number |
Description
E-sen 絵銭 (picture coin). Koma sen 駒銭, gaming piece. Saru Hiki Goma 猿曳き駒 (Monkey and Horse). Obv. Monkey leading a horse on a leash. Rev. Plain. Symbolizes the idea that "Force without smarts is useless".
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