Occupied Japan Collectibles: Identification & Value Guide

From 1945 to 1952, items made in Japan for export were marked 'Occupied Japan.' This new book, Occupied Japan Collectibles, by Gene Florence, offers all the information in one resource. Hundreds of gorgeous color photos showcase the wide variety of collectible figurines, toys, dolls, dinnerware, banks, lacquerware, and much more. Florence provides detailed descriptions and current values for every item in addition to informative text to aid the collector in their hobby.2003 values. AUTHORBIO: A collector since childhood, Gene Florence's hobby of buying and selling glassware turned into a full-time career. First writing a book on Depression Glass, Florence has gone on to author many popular glassware titles including books on Depression Glass; Occupied Japan Collectibles; Kitchen Glassware; Very Rare Glassware; 40s, 50s, & 60s Glassware;Elegant Glassware; Stemware; Glassware Pattern Identification; Anchor Hocking's Fire-King; Glass Candlesticks; and Salt & Pepper Shakers. REVIEW: This book is a choice compilation of Gene Florences previous five books on Occupied Japan collectibles with additional items never shown in any of those books. A brief introduction on Occupied Japan collectibles and pricing begins the book, then the photo gallery is presented - hundreds of photos and thousands of collectibles are featured in full color, with a detailed price guide in the back of the book.