Pair of Sword-Grip Ornaments (Menuki)

The image shows a pair of gold-colored metal ornaments. The ornaments are shaped like two mythical creatures, possibly lions or dragons, with their bodies curved. The creatures have a mane on their heads and a tuft on their tails. The ornaments are made of gold-colored metal and have a shiny appearance. There are two ornaments, one above the other. Each ornament depicts two creatures, one to the left and one to the right. The creatures are running, with their legs bent. The background of the image is a plain gray color.