It is probably counterfeit. Researchers have found out comletely same Crucifix as souvenirs for non-Japanese people made in Nagoya, from about 1945 - 1950. See also talk page.
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DescriptionKirishitan Crucifix MEP.jpg
English: Said as Japanese Christian (Kirishitan) Crucifix, 17th century Japan. Photographed at Missions Etrangeres de Paris. But it is probably counterfeit. See also talk page.
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