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Collecting Occupied Japan

  • Inclues Thousands of Occupied Japan Items
  • 247 Color Photos
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 112 PGS.
$19.95

McCoy Pottery

  • Features Descriptions, Index, Current Values, and More
  • Over 740 Color Photos
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 208 PGS.
$29.95

The Shaker Legacy: Perspectives of an Enduring Tradition

  • The History and Style of the Shaker Tradition
  • An Exploration of the Shaker Way of Life
  • Illustrated With Great Photographs of Shaker Furniture
$40.00

Arts & Crafts Designs for the Home

  • In-Depth Look at the Arts & Crafts Movement
  • Large Representations of the Decorative Arts, With a Focus on Furniture
  • Each Item Illustrated in Color & Carefully Described With Values
$59.95

The Fisherman’s Companion

  • Makes Fishing a More Productive & Pleasant Experience
  • Filled with Helpful Illustrations and Valuable Information
  • This Handy Reference is a Must for Any Fisherman, Novice or Expert
$12.95

Cowboy Clothing and Gear, The Complete Hamley Catalog of 1942

  • Complete Republication of the Rare 1942 Hamley Catalog
  • Fascinating Record of the Hundreds of Items Made and Sold by the Firm
  • Filled with Descriptive Captions and Vintage Illustrations
$14.95

Santa and His Friends: Carving with Tom Wolfe

  • Great Guide for Carvers Both Expert & Novice
  • 250+ Color Photos
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$9.95

Antique Advertising: Country Store Signs and Products

  • Features Current Market Values
  • 407 Color Photos & Hundreds of Items
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 144 PGS.
$29.95

1869 Illustrated Catalog

  • The Complete 1869 Catalogue of Tinware, Utensils, Fixtures, Etc.
  • Illustrated with Excellent Period Engravings
  • Includes a Large Section on Tinners Tools & Machines
$16.95

Martin J. Donnelly Auctions, September 2019 Auction Catalogue

  • Full Color Auction Catalogue
  • Mailed 3 Wks Before Sale
  • Photographs of all Items
$23.95

Automobilia

  • Explores Vintage Signs, Toys, and Giveaways from the Auto Industry Era
  • 500+ Great Photos with Informative Captions and Complete Price Guide
  • Must-Have for Those Fascinated by the Story of the Horseless Carriage
$29.95

America For Sale: Guide To Antique Advertising

  • Full-Color Celebration of America's Advertising Traditon
  • Hundreds of Items Such as Signs, Poster, Calenders, Tins, Novelties, Etc.
  • Includes Price Guide Making this a Valuable Reference Guide
$29.95

Fiesta Colorful Dinnerware With Values Price

  • A Sweeping Survey of the the Popular Dinnerware – Fiesta
  • Hundreds of Beautiful Full-Color Photos Chronicle the Many Fiesta Forms
  • Each Piece Shown Includes a Complete Descripton and Value
$24.95

Old Gramophones

  • Refreshing Look at the Old Ways of Listening Entertainment
  • Covers the First Domestic Talking Machines up to the Birth of Vinyl
  • Numerous Vintage Photos Illustrate the Development Over the Years
$8.95

Photographic Views of Sherman’s Campaign

  • Pictorial of One of the Most Brilliant & Devastating Military Operations
  • 61 Stunning Photos Depict Key Battle Sites & Landmarks
  • Features a Map and Barnard's Original & Informative Commentary
$13.95

Neat And Tidy – Boxes & Contents

  • Comprehensive Study of Pre-Civil War Boxes
  • Beautifully Illustrated in Both Color and Black & White
  • A Must-Read for any Collector or Fan of Antique Boxes
$19.95

3000 Shoes From 1896: With Values

  • Finely Detailed Illustrations of the Styles of 3000 Shoes
  • Includes Mens, Womens and Childrens Shoes of All Kinds
  • Includes Amusing Advertising Reprints and Value Guide
$19.95

Cowgirls Early Images & Collectibles

  • Filled with Vintage Photos, Legends, Rodeo Lore, and More
  • Illustrates 100's of Collectibles & Rarities in Color Photos
  • Includes an Up-to-Date Value Guide
$19.95

Native American Collectibles

  • Illustrated with Full-Color Photos & Contains Up-to-Date Values
  • Includes: Pottery, Jewelry, Beadwork, Textiles, Pipes, Weapons, etc.
  • Also Features the History of the Native Americans' Way of Life
$24.95

Fashionable Clothing from the Sears Catalogs: Mid-1970s

  • Collector's Guide to Mid 70's Sears Catalog Clothing
  • Nearly 400 Color Photos
  • 11" x 8 1/2", 160 PGS.
$29.95

The Hopi Approach to the Art of Kachina Doll Carving

  • Pictorially Shows Past, Present and Evolving Styles
  • 164 Photos & Drawings
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 94 PGS.
$9.95

The Glass Industry in Sandwich

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

A Collector’s Guide to Salem Witchcraft & Souvenirs

  • Recounts 300 Years of a City's Past
  • 300 Color Photos
  • 6" x 9", 128 PGS.
$19.95

Pocket Guide to Occupied Japan

  • Includes Figurines, Planters, Toys, Dishes, Mugs, & More
  • 253 Color Photos
  • 6" x 9", 160 PGS.
$16.95
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