Collectors Encyclopedia of Homer Laughlin China [Hardcover]

Joanne Jasper (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1993

Over 175 full-color photos of this beautiful china with histories, sizes, dates, and values. The primary emphasis is on the most popular dinnerware from 1900-1950. This is the first book devoted to the dinnerware of Homer Laughlin. 2000 values. AUTHORBIO: Joanne Jasper, an antique lover and Homer Laughlin fan for years, visited the Homer Laughlin plant in Newell, West Virginia with her daughter and decided to make her idea for a collector's reference a reality. She spent countless hours researching, interviewing, and taking photographs. Her book has become a bestseller. REVIEW: This book was inspired by a visit to the Homer Laughlin Factory in Newell, West Virginia, by the author. For the casual collector of Homer Laughlin China, this book will show the evolution of the Homer Laughlin designs throughout the years. For the serious collector and dealer, this book is a great reference manual which can assist in the identification of different shapes and decorative patterns. It especially assists in differentiating between shapes which closely resemble one another.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 208 pages
• Publisher: Collector Books (June 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0891455353
• ISBN-13: 978-0891455356
• Product Dimensions: 11.4 x 8.8 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #502,332 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #54 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Antiques & Collectibles > Porcelain & China

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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must-have book for HLC Collectors!, December 7, 1996

By A Customer

This review is from: Collectors Encyclopedia of Homer Laughlin China (Hardcover)

I discovered this book at my local library, and I loved it so much I had to go out and buy a copy to keep. My local booksore didn't have the book, but of course, you can get it here at Amazon, like I did! This is one of the best in the Collectors' Books series that I have seen so far. The pictures are wonderful, but the best part is how well organized the book and picture references are. Every piece pictured is clearly described, and Ms. Jasper has tackled the tough task of identifying the HLC patterns in a way that makes it easy for collectors to communicate about the zillion un-named patterns! Thank you, thank you! Ms Jasper also has a great Web site (Treasure House Antiques), and she is very responsive to e-mail regarding her book and web site.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent reference for the collector..., April 1, 2000

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Laura Haggarty (Northern KY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Collectors Encyclopedia of Homer Laughlin China (Hardcover)

This is a very well organized reference for those collectors of Homer Laughlin who enjoy the "other" HL pottery (other than Fiesta, of course). Jasper has put a great deal of effort into categorizing the various patterns, and includes hundreds of photos. Each pattern has a little history that goes with it, and often the backstamp (mark) will be shown alongside. She includes an extensive history of the pottery, discusses the difficulties in identifying certain patterns, and includes pages from some of the old catalogs. All in all an admirable work and well worth the purchase price.

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Find out what those old dishes are...and what ther're worth., April 14, 2000

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summer - See all my reviews

This review is from: Collectors Encyclopedia of Homer Laughlin China (Hardcover)

I recently aquired some Homer Laughlin china and was unable to identify the patterns. This book helped me tremendously! The pictures and descriptions were very useful. Also, there is alot of trivia about the company and some of the designers. I highly recommend this book.