Poetic Shutterbug

The collectibles world in general is an ever changing venue for buying, selling and collecting. There was a time when limited edition collectibles were at a peak and trading for 100% and more above their original price point. Today, however, many do not hold that price any longer for various reasons. Many artists now sign with several different producers and allow their work to be strewn among many different genres. A good example is Thomas Kinkade. Where once his plates were highly collectible and produced by one manufacturer, now his works can be seen everywhere and on everything from books to calendars to note cards and more. Once that happens, the work depreciates. Limited editions are about supply and demand. When the supply is higher than the demand, the items no longer hold a high value. Limited editions are based on either the amount of days in which an item was produced or a specific number of pieces. There are many items described as collectibles which are not limit...

This elegantly designed fan collectors plate depicts intricately styled flowers in stunning detail and color.  They are gold with hints of red and white alongside beautiful gold butterflies.  The plate itself is a green color with gold borders.  Please view the photos.  Also I wanted to mention that the handle on the fan is a gold color despite the photo which displays it as looking red which is the color I was wearing and reflected in the light.  At it's widest point, the plate measures 9 1/2" by approximately 6 1/2".   It is a simple yet beautifully styled piece and is in good condition.  It shows minor scuff wear on the bottom of the plate.  I urge you to view the photos. The bottom of the plate reads TOYO Jade Kiku Japan and has Asian writing. For more details and ordering instructions, visit our listing at Collectibles Mercantile .