Pair of Sword-Grip Ornaments (Menuki)

Two sword-grip ornaments, menuki, one featuring a dragon and the other a rat, both crafted from metal with gold and silver tones. The top ornament depicts a dragon's head facing left with its body extending to the right; its mouth is open with visible teeth. A small loop protrudes from the top of the dragon's head. The bottom ornament showcases a rat-like creature emerging from a circular base adorned with a flower or sunburst pattern. The rat faces left with its mouth open, revealing teeth, and its body appears to move upward and to the left. Both pieces exhibit a mix of gold and darkened metal surfaces.