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Philadelphia Then And Now
- 60 Sites Photographed in the Past and Present
- Includes an Informative Introduction & Extensive Captions
- See City Hall, Logan Square, the Betsy Ross House, Shubert Theatre, etc.
$16.95
Fine Wicker Furniture
- Indepth Study of Wicker Furniture Styles and Manufactures
- 100's of Pieces of Fascinating Furniture Shown in 250+ Full-Color Photos
- Also Discusses Care and Restoration
$24.95
Antique Hardware Price Guide
- Vintage Guide to Hardware from the 19th and 20th Century
- Includes Historic Information and Collecting Tips
- 100+ Photos and Current Values From National Auctions
$21.95
Majolica 3rd Expanded Edition With Revised Price Guide
- Comprehensive Look at an Increasingly Valuable Collectible Item
- Various Forms Covered in Detail, Valued, and Amply Illustrated in Color
- Traces the History from its Earliest Roots to Current Popularity
$14.95
The Book Of Wagner & Griswold
- Includes & Describes 100's of Cast Iron Collectible's
- Items Feature Photo, Descriptions, and Current Values
- Companies Include: Wagner, Griswold, Lodge, Vollrath, and More
$29.95
100 Years of Collectible Jewelry
- Features 100's of Color Photos of All Types of Jewelry
- Includes Current Values, Thorough Glossary & Cross-Reference Index
- Must for Any Collector of Fan of Collectible Jewelry
$9.95
Collectible Teapots
- Will Benefit Both Expert and Novice Collector's
- Includes Collector's Guidelines, Updated Values, Color Photos, etc.
- Also Features Manufacturer's Marks, How to Story & Display, and More
$26.95
Compacts: Powder and Paint
- Features Anecdotes, 100's of Compacts, & Prices
- 380 Color Photos
- 6" x 9", 160 PGS.
$19.95
Lledo Toys
- Features an Informative History, List of Variations, Values, etc.
- 100 Color Photos
- 9" x 6", 160 PGS.
$19.95
More Snoopy? Collectibles: An Unauthorized Guide with Values
- Features Concise Captions & Brand New Price Guide
- 720 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 176 PGS.
$29.95
Catalina Island Pottery and Tile
- Includes History, Wares & Artisans, Index, Values, and More
- 556 Color & 8 Black & White Photos
- 11" x 8 1/2", 176 PGS.
$39.95
Gas Engine Construction
- Practial Treatise on the Theory and Principles of the Gas Engine
- Includes Clear and Concise Illustrations and Dimensioned Working Drawings
- Gives Broad and Thorough Knowledge of the Priciples of Varied Gas Engines
$14.95
Holidays: Toys and Decorations
- Covers New Years, Chritsmas, Thanksgiving, Easters, etc.
- 253 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 144 PGS.
$19.95
Pewter Of The Western World
- Chronicles the History of the Pewter Industry from 1600-1850
- Includes Nature of Pewter, How it Was Made, Industry, Decoration, and More
- Examines Care and Dating, and the Nature of Fakes or Reproductions
$60.00
Henry’s Dutch Country Anthology
- Compilation of Fascinating Info About the Culture of the Pennsylvania Dutch
- Includes Articles on Pewter Spoons, Gunmaking, Architecture, and More
- Most Interesting and Well Illustrated Read – Not Available Anywhere Else
$18.50
The Woolen Industry
- Traces the Story of the Wool Industry in Britain, Past to Present
- Numerous Vintage Black & White Photos Illuminate the Well-Written Text
- Features Fascinating Previously Unpublished Material
$8.95
Boston Then And Now, 59 Sites Photographed in the Past and Present
- Illustrated Account of the Monumental Change of Boston Over the Years
- Features Over 120 Beautiful & Detailed Photos
- Photos Depict Streets, Waterfront, Historical Sites, Major Buildings, etc.
$14.95
Simonds Saw Mfr. Co. General Line Catalog
- The Full Product Line From a Prominent Saw Maker
- Includes Non-Saw Tools as Well
- Great Period Illustrations
$14.50
Lathe Notes Volume Four
- Selection of Articles from Early Issues of Machinery Magazine
- Covers: Thread Cutting, Cutting Standard Threads, Attachments, etc.
- Fully Illustrated with Detailed Diagrams and Tables
$6.95
Board and Table Game Antiques
- Descriptive Account on Collectible Board & Table Game Antiques
- Covers the Historical Background, Souvenir Wares, Spinners, and More
- Contains an Abundance of Clear Black & White Photographs
$8.95
Snuff
- Definitive Work on Snuff & Snuff Accessories
- Covers the History of Snuff, Accessories, Why One Should Take Snuff, Etc.
- Features Many Fascinating Vintage Black & White Photos
$8.95
British Tea and Coffee Cups 1745 – 1940
- Charts the Development of Tea & Coffee Cups & Methods of Decoration
- Both Color and Black & White Illustrate Countless Beautiful Examples
- Features a Valuable Guide that Will Aid in Dating & Identifying
$10.95
Pocket Watches From The Pendant Watch To The Tourbillon
- Covers the Growing Popularity of Pocket Watch Collecting
- Thoroughly Illustrated with 160+ Photos
- Even a Novice Collector can Understand Complex Mechanisms
$79.95
The Woodworker’s Guide to Hand Tools
- Filled With Tips For the Contemporary Craftsperson
- Illustrated With Superb Line Drawings
- Covers Hand Tools and Much More
$22.95