Cast Metal (Bronze?) Memorial Plaque of Young Girl bone gaming chips The wood is worn thinner

The wood is worn thinner on the front where the latch closes

which is a little larger than they need but suits them very well

but I also believe in putting them to use

It's the patterns of the kimono of the three figures that really makes it for me--so elegant

Cast Metal (Bronze?) Memorial Plaque of Young Girl bone gaming chips The wood is worn thinnerThis is another one I know next to nothing about, except that I find it quite beautiful and also quite touching. It was noted by the seller as a memorial plaque, and certainly it was once mounted to something, perhaps commemorating the too short life of this young girl (who I suppose could just as likely be a boy)? It certainly feels as if this child possesses a depth of wisdom beyond their years, with a strong, brace looking face and eyes that seem