Incarcerated in the poston relocation camp during wwii the takahashis mastered the art of carving and painting wooden bird pins and used this skill to create a successful business and a successful life for their children and family. Lushly illustrated with 400 color photographs of rare bird pins the pages of this book recount in detail the inspiring story of the takahashi family for collectors who appreciate the artistic value of the birds specifics of the bird pins are carefully cataloged including size signature date species and value. Inspiring story of takahashi bird pins by julia carroll and carol takahashi carol takahashi is the granddaughter of the artists brooch measures 2 1 2 x 3 4 inches and the closure is held in place with push pins not screws condition is very good julia carroll has already written three valuable reference works on jewelry but this book co illustrated with 400 photos a full color book details the . Buy the inspiring story of takahashi bird pins by online on amazonae at best prices fast and free shipping free returns cash on delivery available on eligible purchase. The inspiring story of takahashi bird pins by julia c carroll carol takahashi click here for the lowest price hardcover 9781574326864 1574326864