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The Model T Ford

  • Charts the Model T's Nineteen Year Evolution
  • Fully Illustrated with Rare Contemporary Photos from the Ford Archives
  • An Absolute Must for Any Automobile or History Buff
$8.95

Principles of Victorian Decorative Design

  • Definitive Work on Victorian Decorative Design
  • Covers: Historic Styles, Color, Design in Furniture, Decorations, etc.
  • Includes 180+ Detailed Illustrations
$14.95

Antique Jewellery

  • Guide To Examining and Understanding Antique Jewellery
  • Describes Tradtional Metals, and the Cuts and Sets of Traditional Gemstones
  • Written by an Expert Jewellery Designer
$24.95

The Architect, or Practical House Carpenter 1830

  • Profusely Illustrated Introduction to Greek Architecture
  • Features an Ionic Capital, Doric Cornice, Corinthian Pedestal, etc.
  • Each Items is Superbly Drawn and Described
$19.95

The Mississippi Steamboat Era in Historic Photographs

  • Stunning Array of Period Photos of Steamboat Life as it Really Was
  • Images Depict: Staely Ships, Luxurious Interiors, Shipboard Life, & More
  • Text is Filled with Detailed Info & Amusing Anecdotes
$20.95

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

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

Antique Brass Wind Instruments: With Buyer’s Guide

  • Reprints from Musical Catalogs Accompanied by New Info
  • Features 100+ Illustrations and Value Estimations
  • Includes a Glossary, Bibliography, and Helpful Appendices
$29.95

Black Americana Price Guide

  • Documents Two Centuries of Black Americana
  • 300+Detailed Photos Depict: Advertising Items, Dolls, Tobacciana, & More
  • Each Item is Fully Described and Includes Current Market Values
$17.95

A History Of The Eagle Manufacturing Company

  • Complete History of the Eagle Manufacturing Company
  • Chapters Include: Gas Engine & Tractor Devlopment, the Final Years, etc.
  • Filled with Dozens of Vintage Photos, Illustrations & Diagrams
$14.95

Vintage Ford Tractors

  • THE Ultimate Guide to Fordson, Ford & Ferguson Tractors
  • Filled with Colorful Stories, Histories, Ad Reprints, Color Photos, etc.
  • Covers All American & European Models from 1917 On.
$19.95

Turning & Mechanical Manipulation Vol II

  • "A Remarkable Achievement" – 2nd Volume of a 5 Volume Set
  • Covers the Construction, Action & Application of Cutting Tools
  • Features 700+ Detailed Illustrations and Diagrams
$22.95

Standard Catalog of United States Paper Money

  • The Most Comprehensive Reference Ever Devoted to U.S. Currency
  • Features Values for 3 Grades of Condition & over 600 Detailed Photos
  • Also Provides Important Historical and Economical Backgrounds
$29.95

Chocolate Memorabilia

  • Showcases Advertising, Packaging & Other Sweet Memorabilia
  • 409 Color Photos
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 160 PGS.
$29.95

The Collector’s Encyclopedia of Buttons

  • Features 3000+ buttons!
  • 1100 Color Photos
  • 7" x 10", 242 PGS.
$24.95

The Navajo Art of Sandpainting

  • Newly Revised & Expanded!
  • 346 Color Photos
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$9.95

A Collector’s Guide to Souvenir Plates

  • Includes Info on Unusual Features, Color, Size & More
  • 564 Color Photos
  • 6" x 9", 224 PGS.
$19.95

Steam Toys: A Symphony In Motion

  • Includes Dimensions, Years of Production, Values, etc.
  • 600 Photos
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 256 PGS.
$69.95

Weapons and Field Gear of the North Vietnamese Army and Viet Cong

  • Includes Helpful Value Guide
  • Over 400 Color And Black & White Photographs
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 160 PGS.
$39.95

Cowboy Culture: The Last Frontier of American Antiques

  • Beautiful New Second Edition
  • 1000 Color Photos
  • 9" x 12", 304 PGS.
$59.95

The Unofficial Guide to Japanese & International Transformers

  • Features Detailed Captions & Current Values
  • 536 Color Photos
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 160 PGS.
$29.95

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

Model Boat Building: The Spritsail Skiff

  • Features Clear Step-by-Step Instructions
  • 250+ Color Photos
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$12.95

German Fighter Ace Hans-Joachim Marseille: The Life Story of the Star of Af

  • Tribute to One of the Top Fighter Aces of WWII
  • Over 200 Black & White Photos
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 256 PGS.
$39.95
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