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Top Of The Line Fishing Collectibles

  • Informative Overview of Various Fishing Paraphernalia
  • Excellent Read for the Novice Collector
  • Reflects Years of Work by Collectors Donna and Joseph Tonelli
$39.95

Collecting Writing Instruments

  • Covers in Detail the Complete History of the Writing Instrument
  • Includes Photos, Advertisments, Engravings, and Much More
  • Sure to Interest Wide Variety of People
$49.95

Revised Third Edition Blue Willow An Identification and Value Guide

  • Revised and Expanded Third Edition
  • Shows a Wide Range of Antique & Collectible Blue Willow in Color
  • Features the History, Patterns, Price Guide, & Other Relevant Info
$19.95

Old Telephones

  • Tells the Story of one of the Most Important Inventions of All Time
  • Shows the Telephone in All its Varied Shapes & Forms, Past to Present
  • Generously Illustrated with Numerous Early Photos & Illustrations
$8.95

ABC Plates and Mugs Identification and Value Guide

  • Contains Hundreds of Examples of These Charming Wares
  • Items Pictured in Full-Color With Descriptions & Current Values
  • Includes English Staffordshire Plates, German & American Ware, and More
$24.95

Willow Ware: Ceramics in the Chinese Tradition

  • 100's of Detailed Color Photos Depict Willow Ware of All Kinds
  • Includes Legends, Poems, Factual Info, and Price Guide
  • Learn to Sort Out the Makers, Dates, Marks & Ranges of Values
$29.95

Warman’s Advertising A Value and Identification Guide

  • All You Need for Starting, Building or Maintaining a Collection
  • Advertiser's Include: 7-Up, Coca-Cola, Gulf, Pepsi-Cola, Lucky Strike, etc.
  • 600 Photos in Color and Black & White and Current Values
$24.95

Collector’s Guide to Antique Radios 6th Edition

  • Colored close up photo showing unique detail!
  • Organized, easy to use item listing with descriptions!
  • A complete explanation of pricing, terms and keys!
$24.95

British Costume From Earliest Times To 1820

  • An Authentic Look at British Dress Through the Reign of George III
  • Commentary Provides a Detailed Coverage of Tunics, Cloaks, Gowns, etc.
  • Over 460 Detailed Illustrations Document the Evolution of Styles
$26.95

Ties of Distinction

  • Comprehensive Study of Britain's Neckwear of Distinction
  • 182 Color Photos
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 112 PGS.
$24.95

Weaving of the Southwest

  • Covers Pueblo, Navajo, Rio Grande & N'ern Mexian Weaving Styles
  • 579 Photos
  • 9" x 12", 248 PGS.
$29.95

The Glass Industry in Sandwich

  • Recognized as the "Bible" in it's Field
  • 325 Photos
  • 9" x 12", 219 PGS.
$79.95

Peanut Butter Glasses

  • Features a Value Range for Each Piece
  • 977 Color Photos
  • 6" x 9", 128 PGS.
$19.95

Strawberry Shortcake? Collectibles: An Unauthorized Handbook and Price Guid

  • Includes Hundreds of Collectibles & Current Values
  • 325 Color Photos
  • 6" x 9", 144 PGS.
$16.95

The ChaseEra: 1933 & 1942 Catalogs of the Chase Brass & Copper Co.

  • Includes Values & Full Inventory Information
  • 149 Photos
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 128 PGS.
$29.95

Hagen-Renaker Through the Years

  • Includes Info on Identifying & Dating and Current Price Guide
  • 446 Color Photos
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 160 PGS.
$29.95

Victorian Pencils Tools To Jewels

  • Follows the Progress of the Mechanical Pencils between 1800 and 1920
  • Includes Terms, Mechanisms, Ornamentation, Surface Decorations, and More
  • With 700+ Photos and Price Guide, its Sure to be Enjoyed by Any Collector
$59.95

International Basketry For Weavers And Collectors

  • Covers in Detail the Broad Spectrum of Basket Weaving
  • Includes 100+ Illustrations and Describes All Types of Baskets
  • Great Buy for Any Weaver, Collector, or Basketry Enthusiast
$19.95

Corkscrews and Bottle Openers

  • Traces the History of this Valuable & Functional Collector's Item
  • Completely Explains How They Work and How They Were Made
  • Features Numerous Corkscrews in Clear Black & White Photos
$8.95

Old Lorries

  • Traces the Complete History of the Lorry (Old Truck)
  • Covers Military & Civilian Uses, the Diesel Engine, WWII, etc.
  • Features Numerous Vintage Black & White Photos
$8.95

Britain Then and Now

  • 650 Beautiful Historic & Full-Color Photos Depict Britain 1860 – Present
  • Informative & Fascinating Text Abounds
  • See the Towns, Villages, Markets, Seaside Excursions, Fashions, etc.
$24.95

Boxes Full of Corkscrews

  • In-Depth Look at Corkscrews New & Old in Their Original Packaging
  • 100's of Corkscrews Pictured in Color with Descriptions & Values
  • Includes: Bar Sets, Novelty, Legs, Souvenir, Figurals, and More
$59.95

Warman’s Depression Glass

  • Features 10,000+ Values for 155 of the Most Popular Glass Patterns
  • Beautifully Illustrated in Full-Color and Includes Current Values
  • Contains Patterns Such as Adam, Colonial, Old English, Patrick, Windsor,etc
$25.95

Collector’s Encyclopedia of Depression Glass 17th Edition

  • A Glass Collector's Dream Come True
  • Features Color Photos, Complete Descriptions, Values and More
  • Patterns Include: Adams Rib, Mt. Pleasant, Old English, Waterford, etc.
$19.95
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