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However one of the conditions was that 50 per cent of all exports must be marked either “Occupied Japan” or ”Made in Occupied Japan". The rest of the exports were simply marked “Japan" or 'Made in Japan". The type and range of items made was almost endless and can be found in almost every china cabinet or closet in the count . As a collectible this catego 1has been fairly popular. Many items such as sma l figurines, salt and esper shakers and dishes can be found for less than ‘1 . However because this piece has a mechanical movement, nice inla , is marked Occupied Japan and is a smoking col ectible, it has appeal to many different collectors and Would sell easily for betWeen I welcome inquiries about any objects and look forward to seeing and perhaps writing about them. Please forward a photo and a description to me through Stouffville Free Press, drop them off at Reid's Antiques, 6397 Main St. Stouffville during re ular business hours or via my website at www. re dsantiques.com. A warm fall to all. This is a great little box that at first look one would think would be used for trinkets or jewellery. It has very fine inlay designs using several different woods to ’ve contrast and a very classical look Often ogany, xwood and fruitwoods are used and in some casa the veneers are stained when the maker wants colours that are Anot‘naturally available. $75 and $100 The surprise with this box is when you open it to discover that it is much more. Inside is a little ainted bird that is silhouetted inted flowers an leaves on the underside of the ' and a little trapdoor that has two Scottie dogs created with inlay â€" th are even wearing collars! These elements are tied to ether mechanical workin 5 made of wood. e o y brass or metal use was for the hinges. Each time the box is closed the trapdoor opens and the bird lowers its head so when one opens the box again, the bird has a cigarette firmly clenched in its beak. Unusual and fun cigarette boxes have been popular for the last century and can be found in as many different shapes, sizes and materials as one can imagine. This box is actually marked “Made in Occu ied Japan". This means that it was made between 945 and 1952. During this time after World War II, the Allied Forces assumed control of Japan and as part of the rebuilding of the Japanese economy businesses were allowed to export their products to other countries. Colouring and staining are also less cxpénsivc than using some of the more exotic fruitwoods. By Rob Reid {it}; granmingdale’s ‘We Have Top Quality Lam Pups AvailabIc' When Choosing A Gnome: For Your Pet, Don't Compare Apples To Oranges. A! Gmomlngdale's Experience And Reputation Am Unbeatobie. Stouffvllle 905-640-8338 6344 Main St, NEW MANAGEMENT SAME QUAUTYII 905-201-5050 Markham Six-time Readers' Choice Award Winner 2001 - 2006 www.llfesruff.ca Award Wlnnlnq oq Training Puppy and Obedience Classes Agility $Tricks Rally-0 Pet First Aid Courses By Email: bstapley@symp§fiu * By Regular Mail: R0. Box 125 Stauffville 0” 14A 724 Entries must be submitted by Oct. 19, 2007 0 Funniest Costume 0 Best Action Shot 0 Best Outdoor Picture 0 Best ”Pet-owner look alike ” Shot - Photographer's Choice o 1 Free Dog Groomin the K9 Clipper 2‘ - lioggie Gift Basket courtesy of " K9's in Kanoots 0 $25 Dog Grooming Certificate courtesy of Groomingdale 's 0 Beginner level Dog Training course courtesy of life ’s Ruff OctaberZOtW ' 19