1910s Noritake Salt and Pepper Shakers - Gold Gilded Moriage - Set of 2

Stunning and rare, these salt and pepper shakers are a beautiful example of moriage and gold gild. The moriage accents the grapes and grape vines around the piece and around the holes in the top of the shakers. And at over 100 years old, they look amazon for their age with no chips, cracks or crazing.
Each is approximately 3 ⅜” tall and 1 ⅞” wide.

Makers mark on bottom: Noritake Nippon
Circa 1911-1921 - https://gotheborg.com/marks/noritake.shtml (1911 US Registry of the Noritake back stamp for importing; “Until 1921 Noritake predominately marked export wares "Nippon," one word used to describe the country of Japan. In 1921 American import law changed to require the place of origin be marked on a product in English….Nippon was no longer acceptable under the new law. Backstamps after 1921 state "Japan" or "Made in Japan.”

As a child, I loved going with my mama and grandparents to yard sales, estate sales, and thrift stores as we shared the love of sifting for treasures. That tradition has been continued into my adulthood and I am honored to share my unique finds with you.

Most items in my shop are vintage and are not brand new and come from estate sales. The items may show minor age-related wear and/or minor flaws consistent with the date of manufacture (please be sure to check photos carefully as they are part of the description). I do my best to describe any imperfections. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask!