Bachi (plectrum) for shamisen, Japan, Meiji/Taisho period Consisting of a handle (柄 e) made of brown horn and a striking edge (撥先 bachisaki or saki) made of ivory, both finely fitted and polished. The fine cracks on the handle and the small crevices caused by insects that have gnawed at the material indicate that this object is an antique. For many years now, such objects have been made of synthetic materials (resin/plastic) designed to imitate ivory. Height: 19 cm; weight: 155 g CIC No. K/20260803/2484824.