Thanks to the google search, I was able to find Glenn's excellent tutorial on repairing and painting the Japan and shellac.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/vintage...s-t193635.html
Glenn, What brand of aniline dye stain do you use? and What brand of Gold paint did you use for that Franklin? I want to repaint my gold on the silvered decals of my Eldredge. Thanks!