This is a rare antique art piece made of pure silver. The inscription on the front of the box reads: "[Longevity] Commemorating the Receipt of the Prize Cup Iwamoto Fusakichi Store" The back reads: "Pure Silver, Oval Toothpick Holder" It is a silver toothpick holder with a vine handle. The vine appears to be like catnip (matatabi), and the design is a pun on the phrases "giving a cat a gold coin" and "giving a cat catnip." "Matatabi" refers to a climbing tree belonging to the genus Actinidia, of the family Actinidiaceae. It is named after the legend that travelers were able to "continue their journey" ("mata tabi") after eating the fruit of the matatabi. Also, since gold coins were given as a farewell gift to those departing on a journey, it is thought that this item was made as a celebratory gift for a departure. Although the paulownia wood box has some damage, the fact that it comes with a box makes it quite rare, both as a work of art and as a historical artifact. Size: Lid: Approximately 10cm in diameter Vessel part: Approximately 14cm in diameter Height (excluding handle): Approximately 7cm - Material: Silver - Design: Engraved patterns - Style: Traditional Japanese Thank you for viewing.