This Hime Daruma set includes: a small set with a red female and a gold male (measures 7.5 inches tall and around 5.5 inches wide), a large set with a red female and a gold male (measures 11 inches tall by 8 inches wide). In very good condition. Hime Daruma dolls were originally made in the childhood image of Emperor Ojin, because his mother, Empress Jingu, visited Dogo hot spring when she was pregnant, and she wished for the sound growth of her unborn child. They are popular as an amulet for having an easy delivery. (4)
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COINS COLLECTIBLES & JEWELRY AUCTION
9:00 AM PT - Aug 10th, 2008
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2500 Apalachee Parkway
Tallahassee, FL 32301
Tallahassee, FL 32301
