Old established Showa calligraphy ink stick, aged oil soot ink, 42g. Quality: Good, dried condition! I'm told this is a high-grade oil soot ink from a now-defunct Tokyo establishment, dating back to the 1940s. Made with pure mineral oil, the high-quality oil soot ink of the time changes color as it ages, and advanced users rave about its excellent ink color, bleeding, and extension. Experience the感動 (kando - deep emotion/impression) you can't get with recent inks! Although unused, please understand there are age-related scratches from long-term storage. Recommended for calligraphers interested in aged ink sticks. Please consider the current condition. One stick only, rare ink. Those interested, please inquire early. 10-45