This unique and extremely scarce set of spoons features the “Seven Fortune Gods” of Japanese mythology, crafted by Toshikane in sterling silver and porcelain. The intricate designs and attention to detail make this a must-have for collectors of decorative spoons. The set includes all seven of the gods. Each has a traditional attribute. Hotei, the fat and happy god of abundance and good health. Jurojin, god of long life. Fukurokuju, god of happiness, wealth and longevity. Bishamonten, god of warriors. Benzaiten (Benten-sama), goddess of knowledge, art and beauty, especially music. Daikokuten (Daikoku), god of wealth, commerce and trade. Ebisu and Daikoku are often paired and represented as carvings or masks on the walls of small retail shops. Ebisu, god of fishers or merchants, often depicted carrying a sea bream. About The Seven Gods of Fortune -??? The Seven Fortune Gods refers to a group of popular deities whose origins stem from Indian, Chinese and Japanese gods of fortune folklore. Collectively, they are called??? In Japanese “Shichi” means seven, “fuku” means fortune, and “jin” means god, hence the translation to “Seven Gods of Fortune”. Except for the deity named Ebisu, all of the gods do not originate from Japan. Three are from India (Daikokuten, Bishamonten, and Benzaiten) and three are from China (Hotei, Jurojin, and Fukurokuju). The seven lucky gods look after the physical and finacial well-being of people and have come to be honored throughout the country. Add a touch of Japanese artistry to your collection with this unique and beautiful set. The spoons are in excellent condition, never having been used and box stored.