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The listing, Very Old Puzzle Box from Japan with Hidden Drawer has ended.

I have had this box since the 1950's when I was in Japan with my family. None of my kids want it, so I would like to pass it on to someone else who will treasure it as I did. The first hidden spot opens a keyhole, but I have never had a key. It's possible a locksmith might have a little key to fit it. The second hidden place is a tiny drawer. Follow the directions in the pics to open them. When closed, the box looks like a small bookcase and there is a lovely picture on top. It looks like many different inlaid woods, but I don't feel any 'edge', so I don't know if it is or not. I think the whole box is made with dovetailing and glue. The only nails are the little round topped nail used to slide the panel over and the nails securing the lock. There is some wear of course, the box was not new when I bought it in Japan and I have had it for some 60 years. The hinges and lock are brass. I am asking only actual weight of 14 oz for shipping, so it will have to go parcel post or priority.

Questions & Comments

how much too 59601?

Oct 15th, 2013 at 9:13:57 PM PDT by

Oh, it will. Auctions such as this one, a very unique item, tend to do very well. Also many bidders don't do so until the last few minutes. I have had auctions of mine double or triple in credit amount in the last five minutes. This was a great item to start with and I would be surprised if this went for less than 8000. :)

Oct 18th, 2013 at 5:33:39 PM PDT by

This is my first auction with Listia. I presume 8000 is a large amount? Doubt it would go to that anyway, it's only at 4000.

Oct 18th, 2013 at 3:02:41 PM PDT by

Wow, the credits are getting high! Any chance for free shipping if it goes over 8000?

Oct 18th, 2013 at 2:34:50 PM PDT by

This is such a beautiful piece! fanned & watching

Oct 16th, 2013 at 6:05:27 PM PDT by

Shipping to 46157 will be $5.60.

Oct 16th, 2013 at 7:29:33 AM PDT by

How much would shipping be for 46157?
Thanks ^_^

Oct 16th, 2013 at 6:58:07 AM PDT by

I added pics of the box open.

Oct 16th, 2013 at 6:31:54 AM PDT by

Postage to 59601 will be $6.15. Yes, the top opens, I can't believe I didn't get a pic of it opening. This is one of my first auctions, lol. I accept paypal, check or well hidden cash.

Oct 16th, 2013 at 6:24:39 AM PDT by

Oh, I see where you answered that already duh lol!

Oct 16th, 2013 at 1:05:35 AM PDT by

Too bad this wasn't last year, my best friend used to live in near Charlotte and I would have picked it up. It's a little too far from three rivers though, I'd better have it shipped if I win. :) Do you accept hidden cash for shipping?

Oct 16th, 2013 at 1:02:49 AM PDT by

does the top open at all like a jewelry box, or are those two little pull out pieces all that it does ? ? beautiful piece regardless, thanks!

Oct 15th, 2013 at 11:59:13 PM PDT by

How much would shipping be to 14031?

Oct 12th, 2013 at 5:54:29 PM PDT by

WOW!!! All my kids and I would love this!!! So cool!! Thanks for listing!!!

Oct 15th, 2013 at 5:01:10 PM PDT by

Postage to 49093 is $5.60. PU in Charlotte is free if you are coming down this way, lol.

Oct 15th, 2013 at 10:58:58 AM PDT by

Postage to 49093? My boyfriend would absolutely love this!

Oct 15th, 2013 at 10:16:09 AM PDT by

Postage to 77009 will be $6.15. I can take paypal, check or well hidden cash.

Oct 15th, 2013 at 4:53:01 AM PDT by

Sorry about the dust on top in the first few pics, lol.

Oct 14th, 2013 at 5:08:22 AM PDT by

Shipping to Canada is $10.55.

Oct 14th, 2013 at 4:54:39 AM PDT by

OMG I really want please how much to ship to Canada t1y 1j3????!!!!

Oct 13th, 2013 at 8:07:08 PM PDT by

I can't believe I forgot the measurements! It is 5" wide, 3.5" deep and 4" tall.

Oct 13th, 2013 at 7:20:40 AM PDT by

Shipping to 14031 is $5.70.

Oct 13th, 2013 at 7:19:15 AM PDT by

Shipping to T1Y1J3 Canada???

Oct 12th, 2013 at 9:04:14 PM PDT by

How big is it?

Oct 12th, 2013 at 7:31:34 PM PDT by

Very Old Puzzle Box from Japan with Hidden Drawer is in the Collectibles | Other Collectibles category