{"product_id":"xiang-21nian-you-tian-shao-se-hui-zhu-mei-yin-wen-ping","title":"of Hibiki 21 Year Old Arita Yaki-colored Ezhuumei Tomon bottle Buyback","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHibiki 21 Year Old Arita-yaki Iroe Chikubai Tora Bun Bottle: Why is the circulation of this zodiac-themed bottle so small?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis blend of Hibiki 21 Year Old whisky and Arita-yaki ceramic painting features \"bamboo,\" \"plum blossom,\" and \"tiger\" () motifs. Bamboo and plum blossom are derived from the \"Three Friends of Winter,\" symbolizing resilience and integrity; (tora\/tiger) is one of the twelve zodiac animals, signifying bravery and might. This particular version clearly carries a zodiac commemorative meaning and is primarily released during the Year of the Tiger cycle. Zodiac themes only come around once every twelve years. Coupled with the dual rarity of high-aged spirits and hand-painted ceramic bottles, the market circulation of complete pieces is extremely small. Missing a round means the next release of the same theme will be twelve years later, and this scarcity is precisely what gives sellers their bargaining power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHibiki Brand and the Collection Logic of Ceramic Bottles\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHibiki is Suntory's flagship blended whisky series, not a single malt. It is carefully blended by the chief blende with malt whiskies from Yamazaki and Hakushu, and grain whisky from Chita. The special feature of its ceramic bottle versions is that the whisky is contained in Arita-yaki art vessels. The intricate painting is done by skilled artisans, resulting in a much lower production volume compared to the mass-produced crystal bottles. For collectors, zodiac themes add an extra layer of \"periodic exclusivity\" compared to general floral and avian themes, giving these versions a long-term premium in the secondary market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eElements of the Thematic Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThematic Meaning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBamboo\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHumility, Integrity\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eDark green bamboo stalks extending vertically\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlum Blossom\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBlooming in defiance of cold\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eRed plum blossoms as embellishments\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eTiger ()\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBravery, Might\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOrange-yellow body with black stripes\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverall Composition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBlended strength and softness\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBamboo and plum as background, tiger as main visual subject\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFactors Affecting Resale Value: Form and Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment Item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection Logic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear of the Tiger Cycle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eClear and discernible Year of the Tiger mark on the bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOccurs only once every twelve years; periodic nature is a basis for valuation\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eTiger Pattern Painting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBright orange-yellow, sharp black stripes, no wear\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eThe tiger pattern is the main visual element; wear will severely reduce value\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eComplete Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eZodiac commemorative booklet and certificate included\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePaper accessories for zodiac commemorative editions are relatively important\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal Box\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePaulownia wood box with exclusive Year of the Tiger mark\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eThe Year of the Tiger mark is key for version identification\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHibiki 21 Year Old Chikubai Tora Bun Bottle Valuation Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eBefore inquiring about the Hibiki 21 Year Old Chikubai Tora Bun bottle, please take these photos\u003c\/b\u003e: Clearly photograph the front, back label, fill level, seal, and box certificate. Send them via WhatsApp to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/85246135750\"\u003e46135750\u003c\/a\u003e. If you have the outer box, certificate, or old purchase records, please include those as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow is the valuation of the Hibiki 21 Year Old Chikubai Tora Bun bottle determined?\u003c\/b\u003e: Close-up photos of the painting, the kiln mark on the bottle bottom, outer box, certificate, and seal are all needed. For these artistic bottles, it's not just about the liquid; the condition of the bottle itself directly impacts the price. We will then reply with the sellable price range based on market demand.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions Before Valuing a Hibiki 21 Year Old Chikubai Tora Bun Bottle\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why do quotes for the same Hibiki 21 Year Old Chikubai Tora Bun bottle vary?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Differences in vintage, batch, box and certificate, fill level, and seal condition can lead to variations. For special editions, recent buyer demand also plays a role.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How can I get a more accurate valuation for my Hibiki 21 Year Old Chikubai Tora Bun bottle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Simply stating the whisky name is often not enough. It's best to clearly photograph the fill level, seal, and accessories. Buyers will first differentiate between regular editions, old labels, floral\/avian designs, Arita-yaki, or other limited bottles. The more complete the information, the more accurate the valuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is there a difference in valuation between being released in the Year of the Tiger and being purchased in the Year of the Tiger?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No difference. The release year and purchase year are not directly linked. The market primarily looks at the Year of the Tiger mark indicated on the bottle and its overall condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can a bottle with slight wear on the tiger pattern still be accepted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, it can. The tiger pattern is the main visual element, and slight wear will be reflected in the valuation. However, as long as the main outline is clear and there isn't extensive dullness, it will still be purchased at the current week's market rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking to sell your Hibiki 21 Year Old Chikubai Tora Bun bottle, please take clear separate photos of the bottle, outer box, and certificate, and send them via WhatsApp to 46135750. If the price is suitable, we can arrange for pickup or in-store drop-off.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOther Recyclable Models of the Same Brand as the Hibiki 21 Year Old Chikubai Tora Bun Bottle\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Hibiki 21 Year Old Chikubai Tora Bun bottle can also be compared to:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/xiang-21nian-hui-shou\"\u003eHIBIKI 21 Year Old\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-hui-shou-xiang-21nian-jiu-gu-shao-jiu-tian-wu-feng-hua-niao-tu-jiao-ping\"\u003eHIBIKI 21 Year Old Kutani-yaki Yoshidaya-style Floral and Avian Square Bottle\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-xiang-21nian-2000nian-dai-wei-shi-ji\"\u003eHIBIKI 21 Year Old 2000s Whisky\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDifferent batches and painted versions of the same year in the Hibiki series often have significant price differences. Below are the Hibiki models we currently primarily purchase, for comparison with the market range of your own version:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E9%9F%BF12%E8%8A%B1%E9%B3%A5%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6\"\u003eHibiki 12 Floral and Avian Resale Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\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%AD%85%E5%BD%A2%E7%93%B6\"\u003eLong-term purchase of Hibiki 21 Year Old Arita-yaki Iroe Floral and Avian Chasen-shaped Bottle Resale Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E9%9F%BF21%E5%B9%B4%E4%B9%9D%E8%B0%B7%E7%87%92%E5%90%89%E7%94%B0%E5%B1%8B%E9%A2%A8%E6%98%A5%E7%A7%8B%E5%9C%96%E7%93%B6\"\u003eHIBIKI 21 Year Old Kutani-yaki Yoshidaya-style Spring and Autumn Design Bottle Resale Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E9%A6%99%E6%B8%AF%E9%95%B7%E6%9C%9F%E9%AB%98%E5%83%B9%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E9%9F%BFhibiki-35%E5%B9%B4-%E5%8D%81%E5%9B%9B%E4%BB%A3%E9%85%92%E4%BA%95%E6%9F%BF%E5%8F%B3%E8%A1%9B%E9%96%80whisky\"\u003eHong Kong Long-term high-value Purchase of Hibiki 35 Year Old Jūyondaime Sakaida Kakiemon Whisky Resale Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E9%9F%BF21%E5%B9%B4%E4%B9%9D%E8%B0%B7%E7%87%92%E5%8F%A4%E4%B9%9D%E8%B0%B7%E9%A2%A8%E8%8A%B1%E9%B3%A5%E5%9C%96%E7%93%B6\"\u003eHIBIKI 21 Year Old Kutani-yaki Ko-Kutani Style Floral and Avian Design Bottle Resale Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHibiki 21 Year Old Chikubai Tora Bun Bottle Brand and Category Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\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 Resale Valuation\u003c\/a\u003e, and refer to the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/japanese-whisky\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Resale Overview\u003c\/a\u003e, or enter 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":44020980646105,"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_ff35ac0e-ea01-453a-9d41-e612f667ee63.jpg?v=1691653899","url":"https:\/\/whiskyera.com\/en\/products\/of-hibiki-21-year-old-arita-yaki-colored-ezhuumei-tomon-bottle-buyback","provider":"威仕世忌","version":"1.0","type":"link"}