Japanese Military Sake Cups 1894-1945: (Schiffer Military History Book)

This book provides the reader with accurate information to aid in translating, determining the origin, value, and history of the Japanese military Sake cups. Sake cups were commissioned by naval troops, pilots, tank crews, supply crews, infantrymen, cavalrymen, telegraph and railroad engineers with an innumerable variation of colors and designs. Each cup is a time capsule with the owner's name and regiment inscribed, enabling the collector to search for the background and history of the soldier who once drank a victory toast or a farewell toast with these very cups. It is hoped the book will foster understanding and appreciation for this little known field of Japanese militaria/art collecting. Over 250 pieces are shown with values.Dan King is the author of 'Japanese Military Sake Cups 1894-1945: (Schiffer Military History Book)', published 2003 under ISBN 9780764318818 and ISBN 0764318810.