{"product_id":"hui-shou-xiang-21nian-jiu-gu-shao-ji-tian-wu-feng-chun-qiu-tu-ping","title":"Buyback of HIBIKI Hibiki 21-year-old Kutani ware Yoshidaya style bottle with Spring and Autumn pattern.","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Yoshidaya Style \"Spring and Autumn\" Decanter: The Most Profound Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Spring and Autumn\" is a common theme in traditional Japanese painting. This decanter features spring scenes (cherry blossoms, swallows) on one side and autumn scenes (maple leaves, deer) on the other, symbolizing the cycle of seasons and the Eastern philosophy of life and death. Presented in the bright yellow-green tones of Kutani ware's Yoshidaya style, combined with the stark contrast of spring and autumn, this is the most profoundly meaningful decanter in the Hibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware series. For sellers, its value comes from two sources: the dwindling supply of Hibiki 21-Year-Old aged blended whisky and the artisanal difficulty of this dual-scene painted design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHibiki Brand Positioning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHibiki is Suntory's flagship blended whisky series. It is crafted by the master blender, who carefully selects original whiskies from three distilleries: Yamazaki (malt), Hakushu (malt), and Chita (grain). It is a \u003cb\u003eblended whisky\u003c\/b\u003e, not a single malt. Over the years, Hibiki has amassed a loyal collector base in the Asian secondary market due to its refined and balanced body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e21 years of aging allows the spirit and wood flavors to fully integrate while retaining the complexity of the original whiskies, making it considered a \"golden age range\" by many collectors. When this level of whisky is bottled in a Kutani ware painted decanter, the bottle elevates from a mere container to an artistic vessel, and its valuation logic changes accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThematic Contrast of \"Spring and Autumn\" Dual Scenes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring Representative\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn Representative\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlora\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eCherry, Peach\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMaple, Chrysanthemum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFauna\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eSwallow, Nightingale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer, Wild Goose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor Palette\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003ePink, Light Green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange-Red, Deep Yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverall Atmosphere\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eVibrant and Lively\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eSerene and Mature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Factors Affecting Resale Value: Balance of Dual Scenes and Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe valuation of \"Spring and Autumn\" decanters particularly considers whether the two sides are equally balanced in composition and whether the transition is natural. Here are the key assessment points:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment Item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Deductions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBalance of Dual Scenes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eBoth spring and autumn compositions are proportionally balanced.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eOne side is weaker or has too much blank space, undermining the thematic intent.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor Transition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eThe color palettes on both sides are clearly contrasted, with appropriate bright color ratios in the Yoshidaya style.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMuddled colors, insufficient contrast.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransition Handling\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural glaze transition at the intersection of the two sides.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eAbrupt intersection, jarring glaze connection.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBase Mark \u0026amp; Liquid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eClear Yoshidaya style mark on the base; intact seal, normal fill level.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eFaded mark; previously opened, leakage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSelling Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eOnline Initial Estimate\u003c\/b\u003e: WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/85246135750\"\u003e46135750\u003c\/a\u003e photos of the front and back of the bottle, fill level, and outer box. Our team will respond with a reference price within half an hour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eOn-site Transaction\u003c\/b\u003e: If the price is suitable, we will arrange for appraisal at our store or at your location. After inspection, payment will be made immediately in cash or via FPS. The entire process is confidential, and appointments can be made for Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, New Territories, and Macau.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Should this bottle be viewed from both sides?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The \"Spring and Autumn\" decanter's two sides represent equally important themes and should be appreciated as \"one complete piece.\" Missing one side makes it incomplete. We recommend taking clear photos of both sides when selling to help us accurately assess the value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: The \"Spring and Autumn\" theme has deeper meaning; will its market appeal be too narrow?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorks with such profound meanings tend to appeal to seasoned connoisseur collectors. While this group may be smaller, they are highly loyal and offer stable prices, which does not necessarily mean a lower valuation. The final range is determined by current transaction trends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Why is there a slight difference in price each time I inquire about the same bottle?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHibiki 21-Year-Old is an active and continuously traded item in the market, with prices fluctuating weekly. Our quotes reflect current transaction ranges rather than outdated prices from several months ago, so a reasonable difference over time is expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhatsApp instant quote: \u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/85246135750\"\u003e46135750\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReferenced Models in the Same Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Hibiki 21-Year-Old, the painting style, theme, and shape directly impact the valuation. The following are Hibiki models recently prioritized for acquisition by Whisky World. We recommend checking the version before selling:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E9%9F%BF21%E5%B9%B4%E6%9C%89%E7%94%B0%E7%87%92%E8%89%B2%E7%B5%B5%E7%AB%B9%E6%A2%85%E5%AF%85%E6%96%87%E7%93%B6\"\u003eHIBIKI 21-Year-Old Arita Ware Iroe Takemume Tora Mon Decanter Resale Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E9%AB%98%E5%83%B9%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E4%B8%89%E5%BE%97%E5%88%A9suntory-%E9%9F%BFhibiki-%E6%A8%82%E5%99%A8%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97-%E5%8F%A4%E7%AE%8F\"\u003eHigh-Value Buyback Suntory Hibiki Musical Instruments Series Koto Resale Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E9%95%B7%E6%9C%9F%E9%AB%98%E5%83%B9%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E9%9F%BFhibiki-21%E5%B9%B4%E6%9C%89%E7%94%B0%E7%87%92%E8%89%B2%E7%B5%B5%E6%9F%B4%E5%9E%A3%E6%A1%9C%E6%96%87%E9%9D%A2%E5%8F%96%E7%93%B6%E5%BD%A2%E7%93%B6%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eLong-Term High-Value Buyback Hibiki 21-Year-Old Arita Ware Iroe Shibagaki Sakura Mon Men-Tori Hyotan Gata Decanter Resale Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E9%95%B7%E6%9C%9F%E6%94%B6%E8%B3%BC%E9%9F%BFhibiki-21%E5%B9%B4%E6%9C%89%E7%94%B0%E7%87%92%E8%89%B2%E7%B5%B5%E8%8A%B1%E9%B3%A5%E6%96%87%E8%8C%B6%E7%AE%B8%E5%BD%A2%E7%93%B6\"\u003eLong-Term Purchase Hibiki 21-Year-Old Arita Ware Iroe Kachou Mon Chasen Gata Decanter Resale Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E9%9F%BFhibiki-21%E5%B9%B4%E4%B9%9D%E7%A9%80%E7%87%92%E5%8F%A4%E4%B9%9D%E7%A9%80%E9%A2%A8%E6%9D%BE%E7%AB%B9%E6%A2%85%E6%96%87%E9%A3%84%E5%BD%A2%E7%93%B6-%E9%A6%99%E6%B8%AF%E5%B0%88%E6%A5%AD%E5%AF%B6%E9%9B%9E\"\u003eHibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Ko-Kutani Style Shochikubai Mon Hira Gata Decanter Hong Kong Professional Quote Resale Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFurther Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo learn more about the market trends for other vintages and versions of Hibiki, you can browse \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E9%9F%BF%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97\"\u003eHibiki Full Series Buyback Valuation\u003c\/a\u003e, refer to \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/japanese-whisky\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Full Series Valuation\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Encyclopedia\u003c\/a\u003e series.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"威仕世忌","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44020997226713,"sku":null,"price":999999.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/0014\/7161\/files\/21_-_-_-_-Hibiki-21-Japanese-Whisky_27e1e5ec-88d8-41ff-83ef-5bc8991f085f.jpg?v=1691657187","url":"https:\/\/whiskyera.com\/en\/products\/hui-shou-xiang-21nian-jiu-gu-shao-ji-tian-wu-feng-chun-qiu-tu-ping","provider":"威仕世忌","version":"1.0","type":"link"}