My Dumb Luck MVP (Most Valuable Piece)

With collecting interests that focus primarily on the potters' arts, I thoroughly enjoy utilizing eBay to expand my knowledge ... and add to my collections!

I'm especially fond of items that are hand decorated, and don't necessarily go for the "perfect" piece.  I've found that I often can only afford those items that have a nick or too much crazing or a small repair.  I also appreciate the patina of age (which is a good thing, since I think I'm starting to show a little patina myself!)

My favorite eBay collectibles are:

Portmeirion Botanic Garden -- Any and ALL pieces!

Bone China Lace Figurines (made in Japan by Wales, Orion, Betson, etc.)

"Black Japan" items, also known as "Tokanabe", such as wall pockets, vases, jars, flower bowls and other decorative pieces.