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Lefton

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The George Z Lefton Company was started in 1941 and during the war years their main emphasis was on selling American Giftware. After WW2 Mr Lefton forseeing the future potential began importing ceramic giftware from Japan. Today he is credited with saving many American companies who followed his example. In 1948 Mr Lefton saw another opportunity in the European market and began producing items such as his Hummel-like figures. He liked to dare customers in his showroom to find the genuine Hummel he had placed in with the Lefton look alikes and to his delight most failed the test. Lefton is well known for many many different collectibles. Fine China, Figurines, Figurals & Anthropomorphics and Kitchen Collectibles. Please take a look and see which ones you need.
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Advertising & Dealer Signs

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A Lefton Dealer or Cabinet Sign~Rare **A must have for the Lefton collector. Made by the George Z Lefton company. Lefton dealers used to display these little signs in their shops for advertisement. Now you can display this in your own cabinet along with your Lefton treasures. I haven't seen another one like this. Pictured in the book and price guide "Lefton China Old and New" by Ruth McCarthy on page 7.
~White with scalloped edges and gold trim it says "Lefton" with an R in a circle on the front.
~2.25 inches tall (just right to put in front of your collectibles)
~Excellent condition with no chips cracks crazing or repairs.
*Also perfect for the Advertising Sign collectors. Just a neat little item!
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Bluebirds *Rare*

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Lefton Bluebird~Creamer (Small) This has to be the cutest set ever! Who could resist these little Bluebirds of Happiness? They are the very essense of the 1950's era kitchen and getting increasingly Hard to Find. The hand painted details are wonderful and the faces just come alive. The boys have black bow ties and the girls have a red bow. Made by George Z Lefton Company circa 1950's and sold in their day as dime store items for actual use on the table. The set includes Salt & Pepper, Sugar & Creamer (small & large sizes), Jam Jar, Egg cups, Butter dish, Teapot, Teabag holders, Planters, Wall plaques, Even a Childs set with cup & bowl and more. Some even have rhinestones for eyes. Most pieces are pictured in the "Lefton China Old & New" reference book w/price guide on pages 45-48
**This is the small "Creamer"
~Valued at $60 (this is an old price guide)
~3.5 inches tall
~Excellent vintage condition with no chips cracks or repairs. Just a bit of age crazing hard to capture in pictures. The colors are still bright and vivid. A real treasure!
~Marked on bottom in green:
© geo Z Lefton 290
These cuties will brighten up any kitchen or look great in a display cabinet.
They will bring you Bluebird Happiness for years to come and only increase in value. Pictures don't do them justice. Collect them all as I did! Please see all pictures and check out my other goodies. Thanks for looking ^..^~
Manufacturer: George Z Lefton  

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Lefton Bluebird~Sugar Bowl~Large This has to be the cutest set ever! Who could resist these little Bluebirds of Happiness? They are the very essense of the 1950's era kitchen and getting increasingly Hard to Find. The hand painted details are wonderful and the faces just come alive. The boys have black bow ties and the girls have a red bow. Made by George Z Lefton Company circa 1950's and sold in their day as dime store items for actual use on the table. The set includes Salt & Pepper, Sugar & Creamer (small & large sizes), Jam Jar, Egg cups, Butter dish, Teapot, Teabag holders, Planters, Wall plaques, Even a Childs set with cup & bowl and more. Some even have rhinestones for eyes. Most pieces are pictured in the "Lefton China Old & New" reference book w/price guide on pages 45-48
**This is the large "Sugar Bowl"
~Valued at $65 (this is an old price guide)
~4.5 inches tall
~Excellent vintage condition with no chips cracks or repairs. Just a bit of age crazing hard to capture in the pictures. The colors are still bright and vivid. A real treasure!
~Marked on bottom in green:
© geo Z Lefton 290
These cuties will brighten up any kitchen or look great in a display cabinet.
They will bring you Bluebird Happiness for years to come and only increase in value. Pictures don't do them justice. Collect them all as I did!
Please see all pictures. Thanks for looking ^..^~
Manufacturer: George Z Lefton  

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Lefton Bluebird~Salt & Pepper Shakers This has to be the cutest set ever! Who could resist these little Bluebirds of Happiness? They are the very essense of the 1950's era kitchen and getting increasingly Hard to Find. The hand painted details are wonderful and the faces just come alive. The boys have black bow ties and the girls have a red bow. Made by George Z Lefton Company circa 1950's and sold in their day as dime store items for actual use on the table. The set includes Salt & Pepper, Sugar & Creamer (small & large sizes), Jam Jar, Egg cups, Butter dish, Teapot, Teabag holders, Planters, Wall plaques, Even a Childs set with cup & bowl and more. Some even have rhinestones for eyes. Most pieces are pictured in the "Lefton China Old & New" reference book w/price guide on pages 45-48
**This is the "Salt & Pepper Shakers"
~Valued at $40 (this is an old price guide)
~3.5 inches tall
~Excellent vintage condition with no chips cracks or repairs. Just a bit of age crazing hard to capture in the pictures. The colors are still bright and vivid. A real treasure!
~Marked on bottom in green:
282 ©
~Both have their stoppers and a red & gold "Made in Japan" sticker.
These cuties will brighten up any kitchen or look great in a display cabinet.
They will bring you Bluebird Happiness for years to come and only increase in value. Pictures don't do them justice! Collect them all as I did!
Please see all pictures. Thanks for looking ^..^~
Manufacturer: George Z Lefton  

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Lefton Bluebird~Egg Cup This has to be the cutest set ever! Who could resist these little Bluebirds of Happiness? They are the very essense of the 1950's era kitchen and getting increasingly Hard to Find. The hand painted details are wonderful and the faces just come alive. The boys have black bow ties and the girls have a red bow. Made by George Z Lefton Company circa 1950's and sold in their day as dime store items for actual use on the table. The set includes Salt & Pepper, Sugar & Creamer (small & large sizes), Jam Jar, Egg cups, Butter dish, Teapot, Teabag holders, Planters, Wall plaques, Even a Childs set with cup & bowl and more. Some even have rhinestones for eyes. This series is becoming very hard to find especially in Excellent condition since most of these were actually used on the table in their day. Most pieces are pictured in the "Lefton China Old & New" reference book w/price guide on pages 45-48
**This is the "Egg Cup" *Definitely one of the cutest pieces and Very Hard to Find!
~Valued at $65 (this is an old price guide)
~3 inches tall
~Excellent vintage condition with no chips cracks or repairs. Just a bit of age crazing hard to capture in the pictures. The colors are still bright and vivid. A real treasure!
~Marked on bottom in green:
© geo Z Lefton 286
~Has original red & gold "Lefton's RG US PAT OFF EXCLUSIVE JAPAN" sticker
These cuties will brighten up any kitchen or look great in a display cabinet.
They will bring you Bluebird happiness for years to come and only increase in value. Pictures don't do them justice. Collect them all as I did!
Please see all pictures. Thanks for looking ^..^~
Manufacturer: George Z Lefton  

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Lefton Bluebird~Child's Mug~Very Rare This has to be the cutest set ever! Who could resist these little Bluebirds of Happiness? They are the very essense of the 1950's era kitchen and getting increasingly Hard to Find. The hand painted details are wonderful and the faces just come alive. The boys have black bow ties and the girls have a red bow. Made by George Z Lefton Company circa 1950's and sold in their day as dime store items for actual use on the table. The set includes Salt & Pepper, Sugar & Creamer (small & large sizes), Jam Jar, Egg cups, Butter dish, Teapot, Teabag holders, Planters, Wall plaques, Even a Childs set with cup & bowl and more. Some even have rhinestones for eyes. Most pieces are pictured in the "Lefton China Old & New" reference book w/price guide on pages 45-48
**This is the "Child's Mug"
~There is also a matching "Child's Bowl" which goes with the mug to make a set. I will be listing it soon.
~Valued at $130 (this is an old price guide)
~3.5 inches tall
~Excellent vintage condition with no chips cracks or repairs. Just a bit of age crazing hard to capture in the pictures. The colors are still bright and vivid. A real treasure!
~Marked on bottom in green:
George Z Lefton © " "284"
These cuties will brighten up any kitchen or look great in a display cabinet.
They will bring you Bluebird Happiness for years to come and only increase in value. Pictures don't do them justice! Collect them all as I did!
Please see all pictures. Thanks for looking ^..^~
Manufacturer: George Z Lefton  

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Cabbage Cuties~Cissy Cabbage**Very Rare**

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Lefton Cabbage Cuties~Teapot One of the most adorable little figural sets that were so popular in the mid century era. "Cabbage Cuties" also called "Cissy Caggage" in Lefton's 1964 catalog. Seven items are pictured in the catalog however I know of one more. They are numbered in the 2120 range on the bottom of each item. There is a cookie jar, tea pot, sugar bowl, creamer, 8" dish, salt & pepper set and a spoon rest pictured. There is also a jam jar. Made by the George Z Lefton company circa 1950-1960's this is a Very Hard To Find collection!. I bought this one several years ago and haven't seen another piece since. Cissy is an adorable little blonde girl adorned in a cabbage bonnet sitting atop each piece except of course the creamer which is open. The hand painted detailing is beautiful and her little face is so life like who could resist her? *This is the "Tea Pot" It is 7 inches tall and 8 inches across from handle to spout. Excellent condition with no chips cracks crazing or repairs. There is a little rough spot on the spout. *Marked on bottom with the number "2123" Also has the original red & silver sticker that reads "REG U.S. PAT OFF EXCLUSIVES JAPAN" which dates it from 1953-1971. Colors are still bright and beautiful. Please see all pictures and check out my other goodies. Thanks for looking ^..^~
Manufacturer: George Z Lefton  

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Lefton Cabbage Cuties~Jam Jar One of the most adorable little figural sets that were so popular in the mid century era. "Cabbage Cuties" also called "Cissy Caggage" in Lefton's 1964 catalog. Seven items are pictured in the catalog however I know of one more. They are numbered in the 2120 range on the bottom of each item. There is a cookie jar, tea pot, sugar bowl, creamer, 8" dish, salt & pepper set and a spoon rest pictured. There is also a jam jar. Made by the George Z Lefton company circa 1950-1960's this is a Very Hard To Find collection!. I bought this one several years ago and haven't seen another piece since. Cissy is an adorable little blonde girl adorned in a cabbage bonnet sitting atop each piece except of course the creamer which is open. The hand painted detailing is beautiful and her little face is so life like who could resist her?
*This is the "Jam Jar" It is 5.5 inches tall and 5 inches across the attached plate. Excellent condition with no chips cracks crazing or repairs. *Marked on bottom with the number "2128" Also has the original silver sticker that reads "A Lefton Original by Giftcraft" Colors are still bright and beautiful. Please see all pictures and check out my other goodies. Thanks for looking ^..^~
Manufacturer: George Z Lefton  

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Lefton Cabbage Cuties~Sugar Bowl & Creamer One of the most adorable little figural sets that were so popular in the mid century era. "Cabbage Cuties" also called "Cissy Caggage" in Lefton's 1964 catalog. Seven items are pictured in the catalog however I know of one more making it 8. They are numbered in the 2120 range on the bottom of each item. The set of 7 items pictured includes a Cookie Jar, Tea Pot, Sugar bowl, Creamer, 8 inch dish, Salt & Pepper and a Spoon Rest. There is also a Jam Jar. Made by the George Z Lefton company circa 1950-1960's this is a Very Hard To Find collection!. I bought this one several years ago and haven't seen another piece since. Cissy is an adorable little blonde girl adorned in a cabbage bonnet sitting atop each piece except of course the creamer which is open. The hand painted detailing is beautiful and her little face is so life like who could resist her?
*This listing is for the "Sugar Bowl & Creamer"
~Sugar is 5 inches tall.
~Creamer is 3 inches tall.
~Both in Excellent condition with no chips cracks crazing or repairs.
*Creamer is marked on bottom with the number "2127" and "JAPAN"
*Sugar is marked with the number "2127" and has the original red and silver sticker that reads: "LEFTON'S REG US PAT OFF EXCLUSIVES JAPAN"
Colors are still bright and beautiful. My pictures don't do them justice. Please see all pictures and check out my other goodies. Thanks for looking ^..^~
Manufacturer: George Z Lefton  

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Lefton Cabbage Cuties~Salt & Pepper One of the most adorable little figural sets that were so popular in the mid century era. "Cabbage Cuties" also called "Cissy Caggage" in Lefton's 1964 catalog. Seven items are pictured in the catalog however I know of one more. They are numbered in the 2120 range on the bottom of each item. There is a cookie jar, tea pot, sugar bowl, creamer, 8" dish, salt & pepper set and a spoon rest pictured. There is also a jam jar. Made by the George Z Lefton company circa 1950-1960's this is a Very Hard To Find collection!. I bought this one several years ago and haven't seen another piece since. Cissy is an adorable little blonde girl adorned in a cabbage bonnet sitting atop each piece except of course the creamer which is open. The hand painted detailing is beautiful and her little face is so life like who could resist her?
*This is the "Salt & Pepper" They are apprx 3 inches tall. Excellent condition with no chips cracks crazing or repairs. *Marked on bottom with the number "2126" and both have their stoppers. Colors are still bright and beautiful. Please see all pictures and check out my other goodies. Thanks for looking ^..^~
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Lefton Cabbage Cuties~Creamer One of the most adorable little figural sets that were so popular in the mid century era. "Cabbage Cuties" also called "Cissy Caggage" in Lefton's 1964 catalog. Seven items are pictured in the catalog however I know of one more making it 8. They are numbered in the 2120 range on the bottom of each item. The set of 7 items pictured includes a Cookie Jar, Tea Pot, Sugar bowl, Creamer, 8 inch dish, Salt & Pepper and a Spoon Rest. There is also a Jam Jar. Made by the George Z Lefton company circa 1950-1960's this is a Very Hard To Find collection!. I bought this one several years ago and haven't seen another piece since. Cissy is an adorable little blonde girl adorned in a cabbage bonnet sitting atop each piece except of course the creamer which is open. The hand painted detailing is beautiful and her little face is so life like who could resist her?
*This listing is for the "Creamer"
~3 inches tall.
~Excellent vintage condition with no cracks crazing or repairs. There is one tiny fleabite or rought spot on bottom edge of pouring spout I almost missed and can't get to show in a picture. Doesn't detract from display at all.
*Marked on bottom with the number "2127" and has the original red & silver sticker that reads: "Lefton's REG US PAT OFF EXCLUSIVES JAPAN"
Colors are still bright and beautiful. My pictures don't do them justice. Please see all pictures and check out my other goodies. Thanks for looking ^..^~
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Lefton Cabbage Cuties~Condiment Jar One of the most adorable little figural sets that were so popular in the mid century era. "Cabbage Cuties" also called "Cissy Caggage" in Lefton's 1964 catalog. Seven items are pictured in the catalog however I know of one more making it 8. They are numbered in the 2120 range on the bottom of each item. The set of 7 items pictured includes a Cookie Jar, Tea Pot, Sugar bowl, Creamer, 8 inch dish, Salt & Pepper and a Spoon Rest. There is also a Jam Jar. Made by the George Z Lefton company circa 1950-1960's this is a Very Hard To Find collection!. I bought this one several years ago and haven't seen another piece since. Cissy is an adorable little blonde girl adorned in a cabbage bonnet sitting atop each piece except of course the creamer which is open. The hand painted detailing is beautiful and her little face is so life like who could resist her?
*This listing is for the "Condiment Jar"
~6 inches tall.
~Excellent vintage condition with no chips cracks crazing or repairs.
~Marked on bottom with the number "2127" and has "JAPAN"
Colors are still bright and beautiful. My pictures don't do them justice. Please see all pictures and check out my other goodies. Thanks for looking ^..^~
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Christmas Lefton's

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Vintage Lefton Girl Angel Napkin Holder This adorable hand painted cutie is just what you need for your Christmas table and beautiful to display all year long. I love Christmas!. This is a HTF item. She is from a set of three figures including a Santa & reindeer. Made by George Z Lefton Co circa 1974-1975. Pictured in the "Lefton China Old and New" book by Ruth McCarthy. She is 4 inches high and in Excellent condition. Original red & gold sticker on bottom that reads "Lefton Trademard Exclusives Japan". Please see all pictures and check out my other goodies. Thanks for looking ^..^~
 

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~Rare~Green Holly Girl Candy Dish~ I have seen many of the "Green Holly" items made by George Z Lefton circa 1960. You can see covered candy dishes with the berry on top but not this cute little girl as well as bells & candle holders & party dishes and even an oil lamp in the Lefton China book by Ruth McCarthy on pages 100-103. I have never seen this one before but she looks exactly like the others. She is not in any of my Lefton books. She is just too cute to resist. She stands apprx 6.5 inches tall. Excellent condition with no chips cracks crazing or repairs. Marked on the bottom in black "50/270" and she has a gold sticker that says "Topline Imports Inc Japan" Handpainting is still bright and beautiful! Please see all pictures and check out my other goodies. Thanks for Looking ^..^~
 

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Honey Bun or Thumbelina~Rare

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Honey Bun or Thumbelina Tea Pot This darling little figural is absolutely irresistable! Listed in the 1964 Lefton catalog as a "Honey Bun" they are more popularly known as "Thumbelina" and "Daisy Head" perhaps just collectors names for them. Whatever you call her she is a must have! Such a sweet little face & big eyes.
There were five items listed in the catalog. A teapot, sugar & creamer, jam jar, Salt & Pepper and Cookie Jar. These cuties were made by George Z Lefton Company circa 1960's.
*This is the "Teapot" and she is VHTF especially in such great condition!
~She is 7 inces tall and 7 inches from spout to handle. She has a Daisy with a beautiful butterfly on top as the lid.
~Condition is Excellent with no chips cracks or crazing. Just normal age wear and rough spots you can feel on the spout and inside rim. Colors are still vibrant. Pictures don't do her justice.
~Marked on the bottom "1695"
~Has a silver sticker but the words have worn away.
Please see all pictures and other similar items listed and be sure to check out my other goodies. Thanks for looking ^..^~
Manufacturer: George Z Lefton Co  

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