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Artifact of the Week: Japanese Seal

What do you think this is used for?

Who would have used it?

Where was it made?



Answers:

What do you think this is used for? Where was it made?

This is a personal seal, with the character(s) representing a person's name embossed on the end for imprint. It was made in Japan, where it is an important tool in daily life there as well as other parts of Southeast Asia.

Who would have used it?

This type of seal is still used today, as it has been for centuries, wherever a signature is required. That can include signing documents, art, or the like. This means it has been and is used by a wide variety of people.



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