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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
Jugs
- Guide to Antique Jugs & the Decorative Techniques Used
- Numerous Detailed Black & White Photos Depict the Wide Variety of Jugs
- Will be Essential to Collectors & Enthusiasts of Jugs
$8.95
Old Medical and Dental Instruments
- Guide to an Increasingly Sought After Collector's Item
- Features Many Antiques such as Stethoscopes, Surgical & Dental Items, etc.
- Provides Complete Explanations for the Function of the Instruments
$8.11
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- Features Fascinating Previously Unpublished Material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
The Blacksmith; Ironworker and Farrier
- Filled with Absorbing Information & Numerous Detailed Illustrations
- In-Depth Look at the Tools & Technique of the Blacksmith
- Covers Wrought Iron, the Blacksmith Shops, Forge Fire, etc.
$16.95
Carving Architectural Detail in Wood; The Classic Tradition
- Thorough Primer for Woodcarvers Dealing with Classical Ornament
- Illustrates the Carving Process with Step-by-Step in Full-Color
- Features an Extensive Selection of Projects & an Invaluable Glossary
$19.95
The Building of the Panama Canal
- Larger-Than-Life True Story of Adventure, Ordeal & Accomplishment
- 164 Magnificent Historic Photos & Well-Researched Text
- Documents Hardships, Leisure Activity, Feats & Failures, Exotic Settings…
$17.95
Art Nouveau Decorative Ironwork 137 Photographic Illustrations
- Extensively and Accurately Documented Account
- 137 Detailed Photos of: Gates, Railings, Balconies, Staircases, etc.
- Detailed Captions Provide Building, City, Architect & Designer
$14.95
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
Evaluating Your Collection
- Learn to Price & Find Valuable Items
- Explains the Skills Needed to Be Successful in the World of Antiques
- Beautifully Illustrated in Color – a Must for the Collector or Dealer
$17.95
Distinctive Limoges Porcelain: Objects d’Art, Boxes & Dinnerware
- Beautifully illustrated!
- A Warm Welcome to the World of Limoges!
- Tres Magnificant!
$39.95
Collecting Antique Bird Decoys And Duck Calls
- Features 230+ Decoys and 100 Calls with Descriptions & Values
- Filled with Detailed Black & White Photos of Items & a Full-Color Section
- Provides the History of Decoys & Calls and Important Collecting Info
$27.99
Much More Early American Pattern Glass
This book lives up to its title and more! Filled with over 900 detailed black and white photos, this book features more than 1500 patterns of early American pattern glass from Aberdeen to Zephyr. Originally written in the late 1950’s, this book has left the original format and fascinating commentary intact, but now features even…
$17.95
Ultimate John Deere
- Complete Look at an Innovative Player in Farming Industry
- Includes Period Ads, Brochures, Diagrams, Vintage Photos, and More
- Filled with Stunning Full-Color Photos
$39.95
Collecting Lalique Perfume Bottles & Glass
- Features Some of the Finest Examples of Lalique Available
- Covers: How to Become an Expert, What to Buy, Fakes, Marks, etc.
- Beautifully Illustrated in Full-Color Photos
$24.95
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
More Board Games
- Includes Informative Text, Vintage Ads, Current Values and More
- 1082 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 176 PGS.
$29.95
Russian Wristwatches: Pocket Watches, Stop Watches, Onboard Clock & Chronom
- Features 500+ watches
- 450 Photos
- 7" x 10", 96 PGS.
$19.95
Weaving of the Southwest
- Covers Pueblo, Navajo, Rio Grande & N'ern Mexian Weaving Styles
- 579 Photos
- 9" x 12", 248 PGS.
$29.95
Painting Porcelain in the Meissen Style
- Features 36 Flower Motifs, Classic Onion Pattern & Grapevine Decoration
- 200 Illustrations
- 9" x 12", 124 PGS.
$24.95
Hartland Horsemen
- Includes Current Values, Advice on Care & Repair and More
- 552 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 160 PGS.
$29.95
Head Dress of the British Heavy Cavalry (Dragoons)
- Fully Described & Illustrated
- 135 Color And Black & White Photos
- 9" x 12", 256 PGS.
$75.00
Building Architectural Models
- Learn to Design & Produce Professional Architectural Models
- 64 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$14.95
Wade Miniatures: An Unauthorized Guide to Whimsies, Premiums, Villages, and
- Features Over 1000 Items With Values
- 372 Color Photos
- 6" x 9", 192 PGS.
$16.95