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The Tinsmith’s Helper and Pattern Book
- Practical Information for the Metalworker
- Patterns, Formulas and Handy Advice
- 1910 Revision of the 1879 Edition
$14.50
The Catalogue Of Antique Tools: 1998 Edition
- 3500 Tools Photographed in Color
- All Thoroughly Described and Priced
- Four Page Index of 1400 Entries by Maker & Type
$22.95
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
Potters & Potteries Of Chester County, Pennsylvania
- Updated and Enhanced Version of the Previous Sold Out Edition
- Complete Story of the Potteries and Potters of Chester County
- Contains a Wealth of Historical and Genealogical Information
$19.95
Edwin Forbes Civil War Etchings
- Text & Picture Recreation of the War Through a Soldier's Eyes
- 40 Rare & Detailed Plates Depicts the Wearing Nature of the Conflict
- Includes the Artist's Factual Commentary & Additional Text
$9.95
The Etchings of Louis Icart
- Features a Historical Sudy of Icart & Chronoligical Catalog of his Work
- 456 Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 192 PGS.
$59.95
America’s Oak Furniture with Price Guide
- History and Price Guide to an Increasingly Valuable Item
- Features Hundreds of Fine Examples
- Welcome Addition to the Literature of American Antiques
$24.95
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
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
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
Chocolate Memorabilia
- Showcases Advertising, Packaging & Other Sweet Memorabilia
- 409 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 160 PGS.
$29.95
Animal Figures
- A Price Guide is Included
- 1029 Photos in Color and Black & White
- 8 1/2" x 11", 256 PGS.
$29.95
Gas Station Collectibles
- Includes a Helpful Price Guide
- 599 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 160 PGS.
$29.95
The Unofficial Guide to Japanese & International Transformers
- Features Detailed Captions & Current Values
- 536 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 160 PGS.
$29.95
Woodworking Machinery
- A Contemporary Account of "Modern" Woodworking Machines
- Originally Published In 1880
- Saws, Planers, Beam Machines, Power, Shafting & More
$16.50
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
Blow For The Landing
- Excellent Descriptions of Early Riverboats
- Glory Days of Steamboating Relived in Great Detail
- Filled with History, Photographs, and Terrific Tales
$29.95
The Silk Industry
- In-Depth Look at the Secrets of the Silk Industry
- Outlines the Entire Process in Numerous Vintage Photos, Diagrams, etc.
- Covers Sericulture, Silk Throwing, Waste Spinning and Weaving, and More
$9.95
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
Cowboy Culture: The Last Frontier of American Antiques
- Beautiful New Second Edition
- 1000 Color Photos
- 9" x 12", 304 PGS.
$59.95
Early L. & J.G. Stickley Furniture From Onondaga Shops to Handcraft
- Extremely Rare Reprints of 2 Sets of Promotional Literature Ca. 1906-1909
- Includes Over 200+ Detailed Illustrations & Informative Introduction
- Features First-Rate Examples American Arts & Crafts Style
$14.95
Domestic Bygones
- New Illustrated Reference to Classic English Bygones
- Features a Wide Variety of Bygones that Are Now Valuable Collectors Items
- Includes Sections on Preparing Food, Washing, Eating & Drinking, etc.
$8.95