Adaptations of kamon or Japanese family crests. The Japanese tradition of holding a kamon, or family crest, is as ancient as the revered tea ceremony. Still in use today, family crests are most often found on kimono and worn on special occasions such as weddings and funerals.
Mostly circles, these beautiful genealogical symbols number more than 5000 and the history of how thy came to be so ingrained in Japanese society is as fascinating as the individual stories behind each crest. Large are 3" square. Medium are 2 1/2" square.