{"product_id":"27-row-japanese-wooden-abacus","title":"Vintage 27 Row Japanese Wooden Abacus","description":"\u003cp\u003eA masterpiece of functional craftsmanship, this authentic Japanese wooden abacus (\u003cem\u003esoroban\u003c\/em\u003e) is a rare find for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Featuring \u003cstrong\u003e27 rows of precision-strung beads\u003c\/strong\u003e, this piece exemplifies the elegant simplicity that made the abacus an indispensable tool across centuries of commerce and education in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted from rich, warm-toned hardwood, the frame carries the beautiful patina that only time and use can bestow — a testament to its age and authenticity. Each bead moves with a satisfying, deliberate glide along its rod, a hallmark of quality Japanese construction. Whether displayed as a striking decorative accent or preserved as a serious collectible, this abacus commands attention in any setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA piece of living history\u003c\/strong\u003e — the soroban was once the backbone of Japanese trade and arithmetic, used by merchants, accountants, and students for generations. Owning one is owning a tangible connection to that legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e27 rows of hand-strung beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic vintage Japanese construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid hardwood frame with natural aged patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully functional — beads slide smoothly along each rod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA distinguished display piece or serious collector's item\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCondition details and measurements available upon request. A rare opportunity for the discerning collector.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Portage MCC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47371794972925,"sku":"Storefront Shelves","price":25.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0512\/9597\/7651\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_39fb5179-9fb3-40ab-8a0e-e4b11842fed5.jpg?v=1775922961","url":"https:\/\/portagemcc.com\/fr\/products\/27-row-japanese-wooden-abacus","provider":"Portage MCC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}