Up for sale is an exceptionally rare, authentic 1950s “Prince Musical Bottle for Drinking & Your Mascot” novelty liquor/sake decanter.While the Western ballroom dancing couple variants are more commonly seen, this highly prized edition features a solo traditional Japanese Geisha Girl figurine housed inside the central glass capsule. When wound, the internal clockwork music box plays and the Geisha mascot spins smoothly.This specimen is especially collectible because it retains its original gold-tone chain and “Prince” text medallion hanging around the neck, an accessory frequently lost over the decades.Condition Details – Please Read & See PhotosMechanical FunctionThe music box mechanism has been fully tested and works beautifully. The winding key on the bottom turns smoothly, the silver-tone metal start/stop lever functions properly, and the Geisha figurine spins smoothly without stuttering.Glass & Hang TagThe exterior glass is structurally sound with no chips, cracks, or fractures. The original gold-tone metal “Prince” hang tag is fully intact and securely attached by its original chain.Cosmetic Flaws & Vintage PatinaGold Trim Paint Wear:
Shows some minor, natural paint wear and rubbing on the gold decorative trim from age and handling, consistent with authentic vintage barware.Internal Fogginess:
The inner glass display capsule housing the Geisha exhibits typical vintage cloudiness/haze from age.Cork Stopper:
The original natural cork on the stopper assembly is heavily dried out and crumbling from age. However, the decorative gold-plated top cap and metal mechanical pourer/trigger rod detach properly and remain in excellent structural condition.Base:
The underside wood-composite base plate shows cosmetic water rings and dark spotting from past moisture exposure, consistent with the age of these pieces.OverallThis is an incredible and scarce find for collectors of vintage mid-century barware, musical novelties, Japanese cultural pieces, music boxes, and novelty decanters.Sold strictly as-is for display or simple restoration. Please review all photos carefully, as they are an important part of the description and show the item’s condition, age-related patina, and imperfections.
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