Antiques, Collectibles

UK: Quantum Books, 2006 An illustrated guide to identifying period, detail, and design for every kind of furniture; more than 200 pieces in color photography; showing dozens of variations on legs, handles, upholstery and much more to accurately pinpoint the date and derivation of very piece. Not available for international or priority orders.. Soft Cover. New. 9 x 11 1 /2. more information

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United Kingdom: Miller/Mitchell Beazley, 2002 Explains the value of movie items, the jargon used by dealers, the trends in the market, and the pitfalls that can befall a novice collector. Focus is on posters, press kits, film books, props and programs.. Hard Cover. New/New. 8 x 10. more information

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United Kingdom: Miller/Mitchell Beazley, 2002 Offers knowledge and information about movie collectibles: 300 full-color photographs each with price range: posters, props, film books, autographs. Advice on restoration and storing. Guide to reputable dealers and useful websites.. Hard Cover. New/New. 8 x 9 1/2. more information

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New York, New York, U.S.A.: Rizzoli Intl Pubns, 2000 Shows some light shelfwear. Covers several hundred years of ceramic collection and display worldwide. Photographs of interiors and close-ups of individual pieces and archival pictures showing how ceramics were displayed in the past. Includes glossary of terms, care and repair, and places to visit.. Hard Cover. As New/As New. 9 1/2 x 12. more information

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New Jersey: Prentice Hall Press, 1968 In very good, clean condition. Describes in detail the furnishings and their histories that are found in rural Pennsylvania, from butter molds to rocking chairs, hutches to blanket chests. Illustrated with over 100 photographs.. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. 7 x 10. more information

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New York: Barnes & Noble Books, 1992 Shows some shelfwear. With 70 full-color photographs. A witty, inspirational, and informative guide to applied birdhouse design and collecting with Birdhouse Blueprints. D/J shows some shelf wear.. Fifth Edition. Hardcover. As New/As New. more information

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UK: The Automobile Association, 1992 Third edition, 1993 plus a selection of auctions in Europe. The Bargain Hunters Handbook, this is an indispensable guide to where to go and also includes advice on buying in Europe, with details of salerooms in France, Holland, Belgium and Ireland. Includes detailed information on auction sites.. Soft Cover. New. 6 x 8 1/2. more information

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Minnesota: MBI Publishing Co., 2003 A pictorial history, beginning in 1903, of Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Includes Flatheads, Knuckleheads, Panheads, and Shovelheads, and many more. Beautiful photographs provide a fitting tribute to the classic American motorcycle in this Special Edition.. Soft Cover. As New. 8 x 9. more information

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Nebraska: Self Published, 1998 This is a new book with some shelfwear. It provides an illustrated patent history of check-row planter wire, check-line and knots, anchors and reels, related implements, Index of patents and inventors. . Soft Cover. As New. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. more information

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Grand Rapids, Michigan, U.S.A.: Gollehon Pr, 2003 In as new condition with edge/shelfwear to cover. How to buy antiques and resell them for an enormous profit.. Soft Cover. As New. 5 1/2 x 8. more information

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Netherlands: Rebo Productions, 2000 345 pgs illustrated. Deals with once everyday, interesting objects and furnishings found in antique shops and flea-markets around the world. Also covers acquiring antiques, how to spot alterations, restoration and maintenance.. Hard Cover. As New/As New. 6 1/2 x 9 1/2. more information

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Funk & Wagnalls, 1975 This book is in very good, clean, unmarked condition. Book appears unread. Cover shows light edge/shelfwear and an uncreased spine. Small ink stain on spine 3/16". B/W photos. A comprehensive guide to country collectibles with over 10,000 items.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. more information

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UK: Hamlyn, 1977 96 pgs. D/J is price clipped. In very good, clean condition. An essential guide to what is available, what is expensive, and the differences between the rugs of Turkey, Persia, Caucasia, Central Asia, Afghanistan, India, Pakistan and China.. Hard Cover. 9 1/2 x 13. more information

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Hackberry Press, 2001 Presents the most important technical developments of weapons that happened across the ages, from the fifteenth century to the nineteenth century. Includes: terminology, the various basic types of systems used, developments in cartridges, ammunition, etc. Filled with hundreds of color photographs, illustrations and technical details. With glossy pictorial cover under D/J.. Hard Cover. As New/As New. 7 x 9 1/2. more information

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Marion T. Hartung, 1971 In very good, clean condition. Provides full-color photographs, line-drawing illustrations and information of some 100 patterns and 60 pieces of opalescent glass in many shapes. With separate Price Guide (1975) included inside front cover.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. 7 1/2 x 10 1/2. more information

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New York, New York, U.S.A.: Bulfinch Press, 1996 The Connoisseur's Guide series. A specialist from the world's leading auction house shares her insights into today's favorite collectibles. With full-color images and illustrated makers' marks, notes, and general price guide. . Hard Cover. New. 4 1/2 x 7 1/2. more information

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Los Angeles, California, U.S.A.: Feral House, 2003 Thirty-five artists are represented in this book of Zippo Lighter visual art. Includes every Flame Rite Zippo produced, including rare and out-of-print models. Illustrated with full-color photography.. Hard Cover. New. 8 x 8. more information

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New York, New York, U.S.A.: Smithmark Pub, 1984 160 pgs. Book and D/J in very good clean condition. Offers a full-color illustrated guide to beautiful, affordable rugs from China, India, Pakistan, and Romania.. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. 7 1/2 x 10 1/2. more information

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London, United Kingdom: Bounty Books, 2003 Over 340 fantastic collectables in full colour; the complete 1970s experience from furniture to fashion; essential tips for collectors, including leads on trends and price guides for every item shown. With glossy pictorial cover under D/J.. Hard Cover. New/New. 8 x 10. more information

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Petaluna, California, U.S.A.: Pomegranate, 2000 A book of thirty oversized postcards showing cups and saucers reflecting movements and styles of the art world, selected from the collections of the Historical Design Gallery in New York City that demonstrate the variety in cup and saucer design and exude beauty, elegance, and fun.. Soft Cover. New. 7 x 5. more information

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New York, New York, U.S.A.: Wallace-Homestead Book Co, 1978 In very good, clean condition. D/J shows some edgewear/discoloration. Top edge shows a few specks. A complete guide to Hummel with Prices and 400 color photographs: figurines, plates, dolls, calendars, music boxes and more.. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. 8 1/2 x 11. more information

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Paducah, Kentucky, U.S.A.: Schroeder Publishing Co., 1992 Provides black and white photographs, detailed descriptions and locations of Indian artifacts from the American Meidwest, beginning with the Paleo Period (10,000 BC - 8000 BC). The final section provides a value guide with values updated 2001.. Soft Cover. New. 8 1/2 x 11. more information

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Germany: Emil Fink-Verlag, 1934 14th edition 1970. Translation by Lola Ch. Eytel. In very good, clean condition showing some age-related discoloration. Through photographs and her own illustrations of her work, along with poetry and text, presents the life of Sister Berta Hummel, the young German girl who developed a unique way for demonstrating her faith and her love for children. Illustrated in color.. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. 6 x 9. more information

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Dubuque, Iowa, U.S.A.: Antique Trader Books, 2001 This is a new book with a few crimped corners, upper pages. With thousands of listings and hundreds of photos, helps you to identify and value old toys. Arranged alphabetically by item name in each category.. Soft Cover. New. 6 x 9. more information

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New York: New York: Association Press, 1958, 1958 Hard Cover. Ex-Library. 6 x 9. 269 pgs illustrated. In very good condition. Show stamp and remainder of a paste-in inside front cover, and a stamp on title page. A collection of over 100 items, with authentic designs from a variety of nations. Includes: history, personal items, house items, folk toys, and more.. Ex-Library. Hard Cover. Illus. by Foghtuy, Dr. Miklos. 6 x 9. more information

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Spain Text is in Spanish. A commemorative issue in honor of the 250 years of the Real Fabrica de Tapices in Spain along with biographical information about the founders, the Stuyck family. Provides color plates of tapestries and carpets created over the years.. Soft Cover. As New. 8 x 10 1/2. more information

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Accokeek, Maryland, U.S.A.: Stoeger Pub Co, 1997 For collectors of rare sporting items: rifles, shotguns, books, posters, fishing gear, duck decoys, knives, stamps, etc. Includes fourteen different subjects illustrated with nearly 500 photos, plus advice on historical background.. Soft Cover. New. 8 x 10. more information

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Paducah, Kentucky, U.S.A.: Collector Books, 2005 A identification and value guide to Matchbox toys models of yesteryear, King Size, Major Pack, Skybusters and more. Illustrated in color and with detailed descriptions and price ranges. . Soft Cover. New. 8 1/2 x 11. more information

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Wisconsin: Wisconsin: Krause Publications, 2001, 2001 Soft Cover. . 9 x 11. 301 pgs illustrated. Folk Art, Furniture, Glass, Kitchen Items, Paper Collectibles, Toys and Games, Stoneware and more, alphabetized and with detailed descriptions and prices. . Soft Cover. As New. 9 x 11. more information

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Edison, New Jersey, U.S.A.: Chartwell Books, 2005 Spiral bound inside hard cover. Provides 36 beautiful fold-outs of vintage fire engines from Prospect/Ford 1920 to AEC Merryweather 1967. With details and specifications and historical data on each. Not available for international or priority orders.. Hard Cover. New. Illus. by Mike Schram; David Hutchinson. 10 x 12. more information

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Grantsville, Maryland, U.S.A.: Hobby House Pr Inc, 1997 The definitive price and identification guide for regional dolls of the Americas, Australia, and Pacific islands. With 250 photos. Soft Cover. New. 6 x 9. more information

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Cumberland, Maryland, U.S.A.: Portfolio Pr, 2002 192 pgs illustrated. A full-color price guide that includes the most recent secondary-market prices for 5,000 dolls representing more than 900 famous figures throughout time.. As New. 6 x 9. more information

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Point Roberts, Washington, U.S.A.: Hartley & Marks, 1991 In crisp and clean condition. Provides 35 woodworking projects based on original pieces seen in Swedish museums. Includes small and easy-to-make items and larger, more challenging pieces of furniture. Fully illustrated instructions provided along with advice.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 7 1/2 x 9 1/2. more information

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San Francisco, California, U.S.A.: Chronicle Books Llc, 2005 Presents a history of the development of television through a collection of more than 150 print advertisements, magazine covers, and brochure and catalog images that bring the golden age of television advertising and marketing to light.. Soft Cover. As New. 8 1/2 x 11. more information

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Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S.A.: Krause Pubns Inc, 2002 This is a new book with some shelfwear. A handy guide that provides hundreds of listings including pricing, over 400 photos and illustrations, quick-find furniture categories and styles, dating chart, furniture terms, construction details and more. . Soft Cover. New. 4 1/2 x 5 1/2. more information

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United Kingdom: Miller/Mitchell Beazley, 2002 224 pgs. Illustrated. Features hundreds of antique and modern toys from 1880's to 1990's. With a comprehensive list of shops, dealers, auction houses and Internet resources, as well as full glossary to explain unknown terms.. Hard Cover. As New/As New. 8 x 9 1/2. more information

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United Kingdom: Promotional Reprint Co Ltd, 2002 144 pgs. D/J shows light shelf wear and small, 1/2 tear at upper binding edge. Illustrated with more than 120 detailed, full-color images. With comprehensive introduction and history charting 400 years of artistic evolution. Includes stools, all sold at Christie's auction house.. Hard Cover. As New/As New. 9 x 9. more information

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London: Cassell & Co., 1988 Cassell's Styles in Art series. Illustrated with many examples from different periods, documents the separate development of the art in cultural centres throughout Europe.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 5 x 7 1/2. more information

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United Kingdom: Miller/Mitchell Beazley, 2004 Pictures over 300 collectibles, all which can still be found, with price guides and with sections on homestyle, fashion, etc.. Soft Cover. New. 7 1/2 x 9 1/2. more information

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San Francisco, California, U.S.A.: Chronicle Books Llc, 2003 Presents full-color photographs of live-action toys from Japanese children's TV shows of the last forty years, from the 1950's to now, along with some commentary.. Soft Cover. New. Illus. by Michael Carlington; Jimbo Matison. 8 x 10 1/2. more information

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California: Best-West Publications , 1973 Interior of book is clean and crisp. Exterior of book shows wear rubs and age-related discoloration, small corner crease but no tears. Provides illustrated information on the History of Weaving, How a Rug is Made, Rug Types and Areas, How to Buy a Rug, How to Collect Rugs, etc. With 20 color plates, 24 black and white photos, and rug price chart.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 6 x 8 1/2. more information

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New York, New York, U.S.A.: Viking Press, 2002 Helps the collector to find public collections in both Europe and the U.S.A. Organized by category, with over 2,000 entries on more than 130 collecting topics drawn from more than 1,200 museums. Hard Cover. New/New. 6 1/2 x 10. more information

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United Kingdom: Promotional Reprint Co Ltd, 2002 144 pgs. illustrated. Presents a wide range of antique pieces of fine porcelain and china, such as delfware, maiolica and faience, Oriental porcelain, and pottery. With more than 120 detailed, full-color images; information charting 400 years of artistic evolution. All sold at Christie's auction house. Book is new.. Hard Cover. As New/As New. 9 x 9. more information

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Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A.: Chronicle Books Llc, 2005 This is a brand new, glossy pictorial softcover book that celebrates the best and most memorable New Wave albums covers from the late '70s to the mid-80s. Illustrated with over 250 albums.. Soft Cover. New. 7 x 7. more information

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Kentucky: Kentucky: Collector Books, 1992, 1992 Soft Cover. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. 175 pgs. In very good, clean condition. A collector's guide to antique American oak furniture with photographs and price guides.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. more information

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Lebanon, Indiana, U.S.A.: Prentice Hall Direct, 1983 In very good, clean condition, cover shows light wear. A highly illustrated, concise guide to the glass of Europe and North America with over 400 pieces illustrated in color, black-and-white, and line drawings. Arranged according to the different forms of glass artefact.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 6 x 9. more information

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Crescent Books, 1972 In very good, clean condition with some age-related discoloration. Price penciled on front endpage. Describes the origines and techniques for a wide variety of Oriental and European Carpets, in different styles and weaves. With explanatory diagrams and full-color plates of seventy-nine carpets from all over the world.. Hard Cover. Very Good. 9 x 12. more information

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Paducah, Kentucky, U.S.A.: Collector Books, 2005 Remainer on bottom edge. Fully illustrated in color, a guide to toy airplanes, categorized by Cast Iron, Diecast, Pressed Steel and other models. Sub-sections are by manufacturer. Each photo includes Model, year and price range, and how to collect. Includes Matchbox-Lesney products among others.. Soft Cover. New. 8 1/2 x 11. more information

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Paducah, Kentucky, U.S.A.: Collector Books, 2000 A comprehensive, illustrated guide to modern candy containers and novelties. Includes the History of Candy Containers, Glass Candy Containers, Modern Interactive Candy Containers, A Note About Values, Candy Container Companies, and detailed listings for hundreds of items.. Soft Cover. New. 8 1/2 x 11. more information

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Iola, Wisconsin, U.S.A.: Krause Pubns Inc, 2003 In very good, clean condition with small corner crease, front cover. A wide-ranging guide to Asian treasures which includes historical backgrounds, current values, and detailed descriptions of objects ranging from apparel and textiles, porcelain, pottery, furniture, art, weapons, and much more. Illustrated.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 6 x 9. more information

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