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Production of these ended in the late 1880s but imports continued
into the early 20th century. If they are stamped "Made in China" or "China"
they were imported from 1890 on.
Here are a couple websites for you to read/compare what she has
and perhaps write to (the first one gives a link to ask questions)
one of these people with photos looking for comments.
Can you post some pictures of her collection? And what do you mean by "miniatures"? Child size or doll house size pieces?
The quality of the painted decoration and the condition is very important. And of course how they are marked underneath.
We really need to see some good pictures of what your mother has.
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