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Pewter
- Traces the History of Pewter Manufacture in Britain
- Describes the Alloys Used, Methods of Working Pewter & Objects Produced
- Superbly Illustrated with Clear Black & White Photos
$8.95
Biscuit Tins
- Fascinating Introduction to Biscuit Tins & Guide for Collectors
- Covers Design, Decorative Techniques & the Companies Who Made them
- Numerous Color and Black & White Photos Depict the Wide Variety of Tins
$9.95
Old Letter Boxes
- Complete History of these Familiar Sturdy Cast-Iron Boxes
- Fully Illustrated in Both Color and Black & White Photos
- Covers All Types of Boxes & Non-Standard Specimens from All Over
$10.95
Telephone Boxes
- Unravels the Fascinanating Mysteries of the Telephone Booth
- Expertly Written and Superbly Illustrated in Vintage Black & White Photos
- Concise History of the Most Ubiquitous of All Street Furniture
$8.95
Medieval Costume, Armour & Weapons
- Traces the Evolution of Clothing Styles, Armor, Weapons, etc.
- 400+ Detailed Illustrations
- Excellent Source of Reference Material
$48.95
Cast-Iron Architecture in New York a Photgraphic Survey
- Countless Photos of Fine Examples From Numerous Aspects & Angles
- Detailed Commentaries Identify Architect, Foundry, Date Built, & More
- One of the Most Comprehensive Statements on Cast Iron Ever Compiled
$21.95
Racinet’s Full-Color Pictorial History of Western Costume
- One of the Most Beautiful Pictorial Collections Ever Produced
- Features 92 Beautiful Full-Color Plates With Informative Captions
- Includes: Bizarre Helmets, Suits of Armor, Tights & Coats, Doublets, etc.
$23.95
Yankee Science in the Making
- Details the History & Devlopment of Science in New England
- Brimming with Carefully Researched Facts
- Covers: Advances in Medical Knowledge, the Great Naturalists, & More
$17.95
Boxes Full of Corkscrews
- In-Depth Look at Corkscrews New & Old in Their Original Packaging
- 100's of Corkscrews Pictured in Color with Descriptions & Values
- Includes: Bar Sets, Novelty, Legs, Souvenir, Figurals, and More
$59.95
The Collector’s World Of Inkwells
- Illustrates Hundreds of Inkwells of All Shapes, Sizes, & Materials
- Features 1000+ Color Photos, Full Descriptions, and Current Values
- Includes Sections on Ink, Quills & Pens, Patents, an Index, etc.
$69.95
Discovering American Folklife
- Selection of Essays Which Capture the Essence of Folk Culture
- Essays Include: Folk Religion, Folk Medicine, Witches in Adams County, etc
- Filled with Illustrations and Period Photos
$16.95
Celluloid Treasures Of The Victorian Era
- Comprehensive Look at Celluloid Collectibles from 1885-1915
- Covers: Repair, History of Celluloid, Patents, Reproductions, etc.
- Fully Illustrated in Color & Includes Current Values
$24.95
Washington, D.C., Then and Now
- 69 Sites Shown in Detailed Black & White Photos, Past & Present
- Features Captions Brimming with Authentic Historic Detail
- Shows: Capitol in Various Stages, White House, Pennsylvania Ave., etc.
$24.95
Nature Calls: The History, Lore, and Charm of Outhouses
- Full-Color Photographic Tour of Outhouses & Privies All Over the World
- Filled with Anecdotes, Historical Facts, Folklore, and Much More
- Will Provide a Wonderful & Amusing Browsing Book for All
$12.95
Making Rustic Furniture
- Learn to Make a Rustic Chair & a Wide Variety of Other Projects
- Beautiful Photo Galleries Provide an Endless Source of Ideas
- Features Step-by-Step Instruction & Stories of "Rustic Characters"
$19.95
Clothing & Accessories from the ’40s, ’50s, & ’60s: A Handbook and Price Gu
- Illus. New Handbook & Price Guide
- 350 Color Photographs
- 6" x 9", 160 PGS.
$16.95
Catalog of the Society des Beaux Arts, Paris
- Index Features Original Values
- 1100 Photos & Drawings
- 11" x 8 1/2", 94 PGS.
$19.95
Hagen-Renaker Pottery: Horses and Other Figurines
- Behind the Scenes Look at this Unique & Creative Company
- 500 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 176 PGS.
$29.95
A Collector’s Guide to Cast Metal Bookends
- Features an Extensive Identification & Price Guide
- 573 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 192 PGS.
$34.95
Motorcycle Collectibles
- Includes Values for Illustrated Collectibles
- 613 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 216 PGS.
$29.95
The Bare Truth: Stars of Burlesque from the ’40s and ’50s
- Features Tempest Storm, Scarlett O'Hara, Lili St. Cyr, Zorita, etc.
- 100 Black & White Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 112 PGS.
$19.95
Depression Pottery
- Features Informative Text & Up-to-Date Values
- Over 450 Color Photos
- 11" x 8 1/2", 192 PGS.
$29.95
Horse Antiques and Collectibles
- Features Tips on Collecting, History, Index, Values, and More
- 491 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 160 PGS.
$29.95
Ron Ransom Carves More Angels
- Covers Carving, Painting & Antiquing
- 250+ Color Photos, 4 Patterns
- 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$12.95