A Japanese Hammered Silver Presentation Pitcher, circa 1960 Marks: (character marks to underside) 11-7/8 inches (30.2 cm) 16.04 troy ounces The pitcher, housed in a custom wooden storage box, inscribed to underside: PRESENTED BY MARUWA BUSSAN K.K. K. KIKUCHI Maruwa Bussan K.K. was established September 9, 1950 in Japan by founder Kiyoshi Kikuchi. The company's line of business includes the wholesale distribution of various chemical materials. The pitcher appears to be presented by the founder, Kiyoshi Kikuchi. HID03101242017