Japanese Clay Bell DoreiTsuchi-Suzu Ceramic Deer Doll Animal Amulet Brown D443 Plates Roosters are believed to be

Roosters are believed to be sent by Japanese god to bring a new day in Japanese folklore

In the bottom

A black outer garment with a pink floral design

Words on the back: Dec 1996

Tattered edges

Japanese Clay Bell DoreiTsuchi-Suzu Ceramic Deer Doll Animal Amulet Brown D443 Plates Roosters are believed to beVtg Japanese Clay Bell Dorei This is a vintage Japanese clay bell, Dorei or Tsuchi Suzu. It is deer shaped bell. Dorei bells have a long history and have been used in festivals and ceremonies since the Jomon period (about 13000 to 2300 years ago) when they were said to have the power to ward off evil spirits. Japanese ceramic doll bell, Dorei Ceramic ball inside Amulet Clay, string C1970 Item weight: 31 grams Packed weight: 231 grams Approx. 3. 5 cm