Antiques, Collectibles

North Carolina: Mint Museum, 1982 In very good, clean and crisp condition. Number 1, Series No. 1. Delhom Gallery and Institute for Study and Research in Historical Pottery and Porcelain. Provides photographs and detailed descriptions for over 250 pieces of English Pottery.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 7 1/2 x 9. more information

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Dallas, Texas, U.S.A.: Beckett Pubns, 1999 With detailed descriptions, listings and prices for autographs, trading cards, World Series collectibles and memorabilia.. Soft Cover. New. more information

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2003: Littleton Coin Company Now you can get started in a fun and exciting hobby with Littleton's new Coin Collecting Kit. Includes VHS video, Money: History in Your Hands narrated by James Earl Jones and Littleton's custom Fifty State Commemorative Quarter Series Folder.. New. 6 1/2 x 8 1/2. more information

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New York: The Parents' Institute, Inc., 1950 Six old, nostalgic encyclopedia volumes in very good, clean condition, illustrated with photographs of children from the '40's. Volumes include: 1. Accidents to Competition; 2. Competitive Sports to Family Conferences; 3. Family Size to Maternity; 4. Measles to Prostitution; 5. Psychiatric Help to Smoking; 6. Social Maturity Scale to Worry. Books are tan with blue binding edge lettered in faded gold.. Hard Cover. 5 x 7. more information

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Dallas, Texas, U.S.A.: Beckett Pubns, 1999 256 pgs. illustrated. Presents important autograph-seeking tips and comprehensive pricing on signed items from stars as well as autographed memorabilia from athletes. Book is new.. Soft Cover. As New. 8 x 11. more information

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New York: The Museum of Modern Art, 1970 Spiral bound. In very good, clean condition. Black cover shows light edgewear. Presents selected objects on the basis of their quality and historical significance to illustrate the development of design during this 20th century. Includes 125 objects, household and office appliances, tableware, tools, and furniture. Illustrated in color and black-and-white.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 8 1/2 x 8. more information

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Florida, 1988 In very good condition, with penciled price notations and checkmarks. J.W.A. International, Inc. exhibit book featuring 53 Chinese snuff bottles with descriptions in English and Spanish. Plus the Reign Marks of the Quiq (Ch'Ing) Dynasty.. Soft Cover. 8 1/2 x 11. more information

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Rohnert Park, CA: Pomegranate Communications Inc,US, 2004 The New York Public Library Manuscripts and Archives Division, Photographs from the William Williams Collection. A collection of 30 oversized, very sturdy quality postcards of portraits of immigrants coming through Ellis Island, depicting the varied faces of our diverse ethnic heritage. Photographer was Augustus Francis Sherman.. New. 7 x 5. more information

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Australia: Ure Smith, 1975 In very good, clean condition, with glossy pictorial cover. Provides 389 wine labels in full colour with explanatory text for the connoisseur and collector.. Hardcover. Very Good. 7 1/2 x 10 1/2. more information

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Middletown, Connecticut, U.S.A.: Checkerbee Pub., 2000 Collector's value guide for a wide variety of Harry Potter related items: books, apparal, articles, etc.. As New. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. more information

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UK: Hercules Books Ltd, 2004 A bound collection of 30 Elivs Presley postcards in black and white, one pose is in color. They include him performing, in Army uniform, glamour shots.. New. 5 x 7. more information

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New York: Sotheby Parke Bernet, 1974 145 pgs. Clean text, cover shows wear/discoloration. Black & white photographs of items with descriptions of items auctioned at Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. in 1974. Includes insert of bidding form with estimated values of items.. Soft Cover. Good. 9 x 9. more information

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Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A.: Harry N Abrams Inc, 2003 Black strike mark near binding edge, bookstore label over bar code. Museum book of exhibition of Steuben Glass at the Museum of the City of New York. Provides 70 stunning black-and-white photographs of Steuben glass in settings during the modern movement in art and design, followed by an Index of Plates detailing the works.. Soft Cover. As New. 10 x 12. more information

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Dubuque, Iowa, U.S.A.: Antique Trader Books, 1997 In very good, clean condition. A comprehensive reference covering the major categoris of antiques, art, and collectibles from Japan, China, Korea, and Southeast Asian countries. Categories covered are ceramics, glass, furniture, textiles, prints, and more. With 300 black-and-white and color photographs, descriptions and price ranges.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 8 1/2 x 11. more information

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New York, New York, U.S.A.: Bloomsbury Pub Plc USA, 2004 A celebration of the many types of objects created for heads of state from George Washingto through George W. Bush, either as utilitarian, such as thimbles, or as humor, such as lamps and vases. With lively and humorous text. Fully illustrated in color.. Hard Cover. New/New. 7 x 7 1/2. more information

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New York, New York, U.S.A.: Universe Publishing, 1999 In very good, clean condition. With glossy cover under D/J. Offers some of the best toys for children as seen through the eyes of F.A.O. Schwarz, the world's most renowned toy store. Provides one hundred dramatic colour photographs, along with history and helpful tips for parents.. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. 9 x 9. more information

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Iola, Wisconsin, U.S.A.: Krause Pubns Inc, 1994 301 pgs. illustrated. Offers collectors everything they need to know to start collecting autographs of current baseball, basketball, football and hockey personalities.. As New. 6 x 9. more information

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London: Cassell & Co., 1987 Cassell's Styles in Art series. The essence of the Art Nouveau style is shown in superb illustrations with text that tells the absorbing story of the most distinctive and most cosmopolitan of movements in modern art.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 5 x 7 1/2. more information

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London: Cassell & Co., 1988 Cassell's Styles in Art series. Items from all the periods are described and illustrated, revealing the amazing variety of styles and techniques involved in this exquisite art.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 5 x 7 1/2. more information

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Gretna, Louisiana, U.S.A.: Pelican Pub Co Inc, 1978 Book is in very good, clean condition. D/J shows wear, tiny edge tears/chipping but is intact and clear. Gives extensive and accurate coverage to three hundred patterns of pressed glass, with titles, description, discussion, and accurate and beautiful pen and ink drawings by John T. Hendricks.. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. 9 x 11. more information

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Easthampton, Massachusetts, U.S.A.: Antique Collectors Club Ltd, 1991 In very good, clean condition with a black-out on front endpage. A handy, 3 1/2 x 7 inch, completely illustrated guide for evaluating, examining, and analysing antique furniture.. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. more information

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Riverside, New Jersey, U.S.A.: Simon & Schuster, 2007 Remainder on top edge. A collection of over forty-five facsimile Boy Scout book covers prior to WW II. Pictured in full color with date and size.. Hard Cover. New/New. 6 x 8. more information

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UK: Little, Brown, & Co., 1978 1999 reprint. In very good, clean condition. With 80 beautiful color plates, illustrating over 230 different objects, shows how pieces can be dated and attributed, tracing the histories of the different factories and revealing their individual characteristics. . Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. 8 x 10. more information

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Westminster, Maryland, U.S.A.: Ballantine Books, 1979 Text is clean and unmarked. Cover shows some edgewear. A complete handbook for buying fine photographs: the history of photography, the masters of photography, example photographs, detailed information, what to look for, etc. Includes Daguerreotypes, Prints from Old Negatives, Stereographs, Gravures, and others from 1839 to present.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 6 1/2 x 9 1/2. more information

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Illinois: Publications International, Ltd., 1991 Not for international or priorty orders. Beautiful photographs from the American Numismatic Association and coin collections join hisstory, artistic values, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes with price guides. Cover coins from 1616 to 1954, in different series. With glossy cover under D/J.. Hard Cover. New/New. 9 1/2 x 11. more information

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Jackson, Tennessee, U.S.A.: Running Pr Book Pub, 2003 Features page after page of amazing photographs, postcards, stickers, and other skating memorabilia of Roller Skating rinks, from the homespun tot he palatial, from towns all over America, 1937-1959..The Golden Age of Roller Skating. Filled with gorgeous graphic art.. Soft Cover. As New. 8 1/2 x 8 1/2. more information

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London: Cassell & Co., 1987 Cassell's Styles in Art series. Describes the background to the production of Chinese bronzes, and explains the significance of the different types of ritual vessel and the symbolism of the decoration. Illustrations include objects from the Shang, Chou, Han and T'ang periods.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 5 x 7 1/2. more information

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New York: The Odyssey Press, Inc., 1965 Book in very good, clean condition, price on front endpage. D/J intact but with edge chipping and tears. Extensively illustrated with over 200 photographs and useful line drawings. Contents: furniture, ceramics, glass, lighting devices, textiles, silver and metalwork, 19th century interiors, antiques in modern settings.. Hard Cover. Very Good/Good. 8 x 10 1/2. more information

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Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A.: Harry N Abrams Inc, 2004 This is a new book with a D/J that shows some shelfwear. It relates the growth and development of the Campbell Soup Company during the past hundred years through more than 340 images of their advertising icons culled from their archives.. Hard Cover. New/As New. 10 1/2 x 9 1/2. more information

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New York: Sterling Pub Co Inc, 2006 This is a new book with some shelfwear. It provides the history of board games from the mid-1800s to recent times. Extensively illustrated in color and with detail commentary.. Hard Cover. As New/As New. 7 x 7. more information

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New York: Sterling Pub Co Inc, 2006 Illustrated in color and with descriptive commentary, presents a wide array of collectible snow globes from different eras. Types include commemorative, holidays, animals; personalities, etc.. First Edition. Hard Cover. New/New. 7 x 7. more information

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New York: Christie's , 1993 In good condition. Cover has some light edge/shelfwear. Text and cover beginning to lightly tan around edges. Catalog to accompany the Friday, October 22, 1993 auction of Japanese Prints in New York. Black/white photographs of items which include age, description, Provenance and estimate price/value.. Soft Cover. Good. 8 1/2 x 10 1/2. more information

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Paris: Grange Bateliere, 1973 64 pgs. In very good, clean condition. Text is in French. A comprehensive book about firearms collections, including antique weapons and line illustrations of how they work.. Hard Cover. Very Good. 9 x 12. more information

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New York, New York, U.S.A.: Abbeville Press, 1990 Examines the history of collecting cups and collectible cups throughout different ages; provides photographs of cups, cup-related collectibles and museum pieces with detailed explanations. With glossy pictorical cover.. Hard Cover. New. Illus. by Tony Cunha, Photographer. 7 x 7 1/2. more information

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Albuquerque, New Mexico, U.S.A.: Univ of New Mexico Pr, 1971 In very good, clean condition. Cover shows age-related discoloration/soiling. Gives the history of the Kachina doll, describes the meaning, the making, and the principal features kachina dolls. Each type of doll is pictured in simplified line drawing, and illustrated key to help identify various types. With 47 photographs, and 266 line drawings.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 6 1/2 x 9 1/2. more information

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New York: The Corning Museum of Glass, 1965 Text is in very good, clean and crisp condition. Cover shows light edgewear. Provides an illustrated guide with commentary to the collection arranged by country of origin: Egypt, Mesopotamia, Rome Islamic, Venetian, French, Spanish, Netherlandish, German, Swedish, English and Irish, Chinese, American. Illustrated in color and black and white.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 7 x 9. more information

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Naperville, Illinois, U.S.A.: Sourcebooks Inc, 2000 This is a new book with a jewelry store name inside front cover. It provides a simple-to-use insider's guide to buying the right diamond at the right price, understanding the terms of the industry, choose a jeweler and get a stone that won't leave you feeling cheated.. 3rd Edition. Soft Cover. New. 6 x 9. more information

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Nevada: KC Publications, 1994 Front cover shows a corner crease. Provides illustrations, explanations and pronunciation for a wide variety of fetishes from various Zuni tribes.. Soft Cover. Like New. 6 x 9. more information

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New York: Clarkson N. Potter Inc, 1967 Book is in very good, clean condition. D/J has torn and tattered edges. Written by a London antique silver dealer. Detailed descriptions of small size silver pieces: Spoons, Articles in Silver Mounts; Vessesl; Silver Toys; Silver Boxes, Rarities. Book is clean and tight. Dustjacket shows wear and several edge tears, but is intact.. Hardcover. Very Good/Poor. 8 1/2 x 12. more information

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North Adams, Massachusetts, U.S.A.: Storey Books, 2000 212 pgs. illustrated. The complete guide to hunting treasures from the past, uncovering the hidden potential of the used and reused, and creatively incorporating affordable antiques and collectibles into your life and home.. Soft Cover. As New. 7 1/2 x 9 1/2. more information

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Massachusetts: Charles T. Branford Company, Pub., 1952 In very good, clean condition. A comprehensive dictionary which covers styles, types, design, features...all the words and phrases used in collecting antiques. Illustrated.. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. more information

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Paducah, Kentucky, U.S.A.: Collector Books, 1978 In very good, clean and crisp condition. Provides over 100 items of "rare" or uncommon pieces of Carnival Glass, pictured in full-color with descriptions and prices.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. more information

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Paducah, Kentucky, U.S.A.: Collector Books, 2000 494 pgs Packed with hundreds photographs of Carnival glass objects in various shapes and colors, manufacturer's identifications and detailed descriptions, and with a complete Price Guide. Glossy pictorial cover.. 7th Edition. Hard Cover. New. 9 x 11. more information

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New York, New York, U.S.A.: Joost Elffers Books Llc, 2002 A comprehensive and lavishly illustrated book about every aspect of Teddy Bears: history, types, collectibles, and nostalgic significance. Not available for International of Priority orders.. Hard Cover. New/New. 10 x 12. more information

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United Kingdom: Miller/Mitchell Beazley, 2003 This is a new book with some shelfwear to edges of book and cover. Features over 275 full-colour photographs, each with a price range; a wide range of items including action figures, books, robots, toys, trading cards, etc; useful information on what is collectible and why for current and future items. . Hard Cover. As New/As New. 8 x 9 1/2. more information

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United Kingdom: Miller/Mitchell Beazley, 2003 Features a wide range of items including action figures, books, robots, toys, trading cards, authographs, etc. With over 275 full-colour photographs, each with a price range; useful information about what is collectible and why.. Hard Cover. New/New. 8 x 9 1/2. more information

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Grantsville, Maryland, U.S.A.: Hobby House Pr Inc, 2003 An identification and value guide to mouse collectibles based on the author's own eclectic collection of ivory, brass, porcelain, glass, diamond, gold, wood, and pewter objects. Includes how-to tips, identifying pieces, and displaying a collection. Completely illustrated in color.. Soft Cover. New. 8 1/2 x 11. more information

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Maryland: Hobby House Press, 1982 Third Edition. Text is clean and unmarked; bookstore stamp on bottom edge. Cover shows light wear. Includes over 700 black/white and color photographs that feature dealers, makers, clothing patterns, supplies, kits, etc.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 8 1/2 x 11. more information

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Germany: Taschen, 2002 This is a new book with some shelfwear to the cover edges. Text is in English, German, and French. Presents the works of world-wide chair designers along with photographs, commentary and biographies. . Soft Cover. New. 6 x 8. more information

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Minnesota: Blue Book Publications, 2006 Anniversary Edition. Information and price guides for over 800 acoustic guitar manufacturers, trademarks, and luthiers; new and vintage models; black and white photographs; grading and identification guide; serialization charts, Trademark Index, and much more.. Soft Cover. New. 8 1/2 x 11. more information

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