Original Japanese Edo Period Horsebit Hotchkiss MG and below the sun is

and below the sun is a pair of shaking hands symbolizing unity over the red Phrygian cap symbolizing the pursuit of liberty

the cloth material appears to be either cotton or linen

though in this case the ejector rod is stored inside the cylinder arbor pin

showing a high level of artistry

Original Japanese Edo Period Horsebit Hotchkiss MG and below the sun isOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a great set of Japanese horsebit from the Edo period (1603 1868). The horsebit is made from iron and is unmarked that we can find. The iron is in good order with a lovely brownish patina. The horsebit does not have a Mon like some others do. A great set from the late Edo period. Comes ready to display!