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[HobbyRebel]

Have no idea what this is. Tried searching several different things but no luck. Any clues would great !

 

[Evolution]

No idea. But it sure is cool.

 

[HobbyRebel]

Thank you.

 

[Argentium]

Is it wood , ivory , stone, metal ? It appears to be Chinese ,or Japanese - where did you find it ?

 

[HobbyRebel]

It is almost like a really hard ceramic. When you tap on it that's what it sounds like. Definitely not wood or metal. Found it on the coast after Katrina.

 

[Discrimination Dave]

What size is it? Looks like ivory in the picture

 

[HobbyRebel]

It's roughly 10 inches and weighs around 2 pounds

 

[HobbyRebel]

It's roughly 10 inches and weighs around 2 pounds

 

[Johnbrian]

It is almost like a really hard ceramic. When you tap on it that's what it sounds like. Definitely not wood or metal. Found it on the coast after Katrina.

What size is it? Looks like ivory in the picture

Could be jade? Since jade is hard it may make a ceramic-like sound.

 

[HobbyRebel]

Ive thought jade also but dont know much about jade.

 

[Argentium]

Take it to someone in your area who knows oriental antiques ,if its jade it may have real value.

 

[GopherDaGold]

Looks like an Asian belt hook.

 

[Clay Diggins]

It's a Chinese ceremonial scepter or wand. The proper name is a Ruyi. I've handled a lot of the older and more valuable ones and your example is not jade, valuable nor old.

The one you show in your post is a tourist piece or a party favor. It appears to be made of bone but more than likely it's resin. To see if that's the case heat a pin to red hot and touch it to an inconspicuous spot on the piece. It will probably melt a little and smell like burning plastic.

 

[goldenwonderbear]

Good call!.............good luck all.........b

 

[HobbyRebel]

I see the resemblance to the sceptre but I see none online with the knob on the back like mine as if it was to attach to something.

 

[HobbyRebel]

Found some belt hooks that look very similar to it and have same features. Thank you all for the help

 

[Charlie P. (NY)]

Chinese clothesline spacer?

 

[RustyGold]

It's a hook to hang up recalcitrant teenagers. please forgive the humor, thanks.

 

[Clay Diggins]

I see the resemblance to the sceptre but I see none online with the knob on the back like mine as if it was to attach to something.

The "knob" is a common feature but not always included. It's often used to attach cord or fancy ribbons.

 

[Bruce R]

Google “ antique chinese buckle “