Made in Occupied Japan and Pink Saturday

This Saturday I am participating in Pink Saturday.

So I thought that I would share my items that are "made in Occupied Japan"

I don't have a very large collection. In fact only 2 pieces. Both gifts are from my mom. I always remember her telling me that when you look at the bottom, one of the marks that you want is "made in Occupied Japan" . Items marked this way are more collectible. I think maybe because it signifies a precise time in history.

The stamp on this teacup was hard to get a clear picture of.
It says
Cherry China made in Occupied Japan.

She gave me this little angle years ago. It sat in my Grandmothers bathroom for years. I can still picture it. Pale blue tile half way up the wall. And of course pale blue shag carpeting with blue tub, toilet and sink. VERY 70's! : ) Oh well! It was chic back in the day.

I still always pick stuff up and look at the label. I know it's rude.
But I love the history of the things we decide to keep!

Definition: Occupied Japan

Mark stamped on items produced during the US occupation of Japan which lasted from the summer of 1945 through Spring 1952.

Following the end of World War II in 1945 and until 1952, items imported from Japan to the United States had to be marked in a fashion indicating they came from Occupied Japan. Although four different marks were used on cups and saucers during this time ("Japan," "Made in Japan," "Occupied Japan," and "Made in Occupied Japan"), only the last two marks guarantee the pieces were made in the Occupied Japan time frame. For serious Occupied Japan collectors, it is items with these two marks for which they search.

It seems like most everyone knows about
Pink Saturday Hosted by Beverly at How Sweet The Sound.

But if you don't... You need to zip on over and check it out. There is more pretty stuff and inspiration than you can absorb!

Have a beautiful weekend!

P.S. Check out my 100th Post Give Away... I will name a winner next Friday!