The book represents the staggering variety of some 400 rare and unusual pieces of Irish Belleek that were part of a 4,400 piece collection assembled by one private collector. The book is a personal reference guide of estimated prices and values. This delicate creamy delicious looking china from Ireland has been the favorite collection of Kings and Queens since it's origination in 1858. Today the china is sought by millions of collectors throughout the world who have a real thirst to possess something truly beautiful.