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Spinning and Spinning Wheels
- Traces the Development & Principles of the Spinning Wheel
- Superbly Illustrated with Numerous Black & White Photos
- Provides Insight Into the Tools of a Traditional Domestic Skill
$8.95
Victorian Cartes-de-Visite
- Introduction to World of Carte-de-Viste Photos & the Legacy they Left
- Countless Examples Illustrate Every Aspect of Victorian Life
- Will be of Great Interest to Collects & Victorian Era Enthusiasts
$18.95
Samplers
- Outlines the Long & Extensive History of Samplers
- Features Numerous Samplers in Black & White and Color Photos
- Contains Examples of Long, Darning, Map, School, Stitch, etc.
$10.95
The Victorian Printer
- Describes the Evolution of the Printing Press
- Includes the Different Procces of Printing and What They Were Used For
- Has Tips On Finding and Collecting Antique Prints
$8.95
Ladies’ Vintage Accessories; Identification and Value Guide
- Includes Aprons, Capes, Shawls, Gloves, Hats, Skirts, Purses, Shoes, etc!
- Countless Color & Vintage Photos, Catalog Reprints, Bibliography, & More
- Each Items Features a Detailed Description & Current Market Values
$24.95
New York Life at the Turn of the Century in Photographs
- Focuses on Turn-of-the-Century NYC and Captures it All
- 122 Vintage Photos of: Street Scenes, Restaurants, Hotels, Parks, etc.
- Photos Include Historical Background, Lore & Other Relevant Data
$20.95
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 1912 and 1915 Gustav Stickley Craftsman Furniture Catalogs
- Brings Back Into Print Two Rare Catalogs from 1912 & 1915
- Illustrates: Armchairs, Rockers, Beds, Drop-Leaf Tables, Pottery, etc.
- Photos Include Original Captions Citing Materials, Size & Prices
$13.95
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
Elegant Glassware Of The Depression Era
- Contains Glass from Fostoria, Cambridge, Imperial, Tiffin, etc.
- Patterns Include: American, Queen Ann, Sun Ray, Gazebo, Trojan, etc.
- Features Current Values, Descriptions, & Detailed Color Photos
$19.95
Log Homes Made Easy
- Revised & Updated Edition is Bigger & Better than Ever
- Takes you Through the Complete Process of Contracting & Building
- Covers: Getting Started, Skills & Tools, Controlling Costs, & More
$16.95
Woodcarving Step By Step
- Offers a Straightforward, Safe & Effective Sharpening System
- Includes Dozens of Helpful Photos and Easy-to-Follow Directions
- Covers: Choosing the Right Materials, Troubleshooting, Cutting Angles, etc.
$16.95
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
The American Cut Glass Industry: T. G. Hawkes and his Competitors
- Authoritative Look at the the Glass Industry in Corning, New York
- Illustrated in Both Color and Black & White Photos
- Includes Advertising Reprint, Old Documents, Collector's Info, & More
$89.50
Tuff Stuff’s Baseball Memorabilia
- Now Updated, Expanded and Better than Ever
- Filled with 20000+ New & Vintage Items and Updated Values
- The One Guide Baseball Collector's Shouldn't be Without!
$24.95
Wearable Art Accessories & Jewelry 1900-2000
- Features Glossary, Bibliography & Price Guide
- 575 Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 184 PGS.
$39.95
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
Noritake Dinnerware: Identification Made Easy
- Includes 2000 Patterns, Price Guide, and More
- 1,258 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 192 PGS.
$39.95
Shirley Temple Dolls and Fashions: A Collector’s Guide to The World’s Darli
- Features Ad Reprints, Publicity Shots, Movie Chronology, etc.
- 390 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 144 PGS.
$29.95
The Complete Guide to Collecting Antique Pipes
- Great New Guide for Collector's
- 236 Black & White Photos/32 Color Illus.
- 7" x 10", 256 PGS.
$24.95
Zenith Radio: The Early Years 1919-1935
- Features Photos, Documents, Information, and More
- 420+ Photos
- 11" x 8 1/2", 192 PGS.
$29.95
Bushido: Legacies of the Japanese Tattoo
- In-Depth Look at the Elusive World of Japanese Tattooing
- 220 Color & 32 Black & White Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 160 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
Carving Canes & Walking Sticks with Tom Wolfe
- Features Patterns for 11 Figures & Step-by-Step Instruction
- 200 Color Photos, Patterns, Gallery
- 8 1/2" x 11", 48 PGS.
$12.95