Japanese Copper Kettle Suichu

ø 13 cm x height 14.5 cm, volume 700 ml
Copper water kettle, tin-plated inside. This type of water pot is used during the tea ceremony to add water to the Mizusashi (water container). It is called "Suichu" or "Mizutsugi".
70-80 years old, in good condition
 

Copper has has antibacterial and sterilize effect, it does not create „metal taste“ in your mouth. Copper has an chlorine dissolving effect. It does not cause metal allergy. People are using copper for a long time, it also fits our modern lifestyle.