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Slide Rules: Their History Models And Makers
- Includes History, Patent Information, Biographies & More
- The Key to Understanding this Complex Subject
- Information on Care & Restoration of Slide Rules
$35.00
Jewelry: Fundamentals Of Metalsmithing
- Covers Every Aspect of Jewelry Making and Includes Appendices
- Superbly Illustrated With Color Photos
- Essential for Any Jewelry Enthusiast
$29.99
A History Of Mechanics
- Superbly Written by Leading Scholar and Educator Rene Dugas
- Follows Beginnings With Aristotle to Todays Quantum Mechanics
- Must For Anyone Interested in the Science of Mathematics
$24.95
The Story Of The Thimble
- The Story of the Thimble from Ancient Egypt to Today
- More Than 2000 Thimbles Illustrated in Full Color
- Includes Value Information for Collectors
$49.95
Musical Instruments Of The Southern Appalachian Mountains
- Fascinating Introduction to the Musical Instruments of S'ern Appalachia
- Each Instrument Described is Unique and Reflective of its Origins
- Filled to the Brim with History and Photographs
$12.95
Antique Advertising Encyclopedia 3rd Ed
- Collection of the Finest Examples of Antique Advertising
- Complete with Grading and Value Guides, and Hundreds of Picutres
- Collectors and Would-Be Collectors will Find this a Useful Resource
$49.95
Monterey: Furnishing of the California Spanish Revival
- Richly Illustrated History of Monterey Furniture
- Features Many Examples of Monterey Work Shown in Full-Color
- Fascinating Book Filled with History and Fine Craftsmanship
$49.95
Kitchen Collectibles: An Identification Guide
- Hundreds of Early Engravings of Classic Kitchen Tools
- HIstories of Makers and Patent Information
- A Long Overdue Reference to a Popular Topic
$29.95
Architecture Of The Pennsylvania Dutch
- Covers the Period from 1700 to 1900
- A Great Book by a Prolific Author
- Well Written and Well Illustrated
$15.95
Carving Facial Expressions
- A Comprehensive Look at a Challenging Carving Technique
- Illustrated with Clear Black & White Photographs & Drawings
- Written by a Master Woodcarver
$14.95
International Basketry For Weavers And Collectors
- Covers in Detail the Broad Spectrum of Basket Weaving
- Includes 100+ Illustrations and Describes All Types of Baskets
- Great Buy for Any Weaver, Collector, or Basketry Enthusiast
$19.95
Bellfounding; Shire Album
- Learn Everything About a Fascinating Topic too Little is Known of
- Covers in Detail the History of the Bell, Bell Production, and Bell Tuning
- Expertly Written by the Expert in the Topic, Trevor Jennings
$9.95
Comprehensive Handbook of Depression Glass Prices
- Indispensable Tool for Anyone Buying or Selling Depression Glass
- Expanded 4th Edition Features Color Photos to Aid in Pattern Identification
- Conveniently Sized to Fit in a Pocket or Bag
$9.95
Redware; America’s Folk Art Pottery, Revised and Expanded
- Revised and Expanded 3rd Edition
- Features Hundreds of Examples in Color with Description
- Features Up-to-Date Prices for Each Piece
$12.95
Revised Third Edition Blue Willow An Identification and Value Guide
- Revised and Expanded Third Edition
- Shows a Wide Range of Antique & Collectible Blue Willow in Color
- Features the History, Patterns, Price Guide, & Other Relevant Info
$19.95
Corkscrews and Bottle Openers
- Traces the History of this Valuable & Functional Collector's Item
- Completely Explains How They Work and How They Were Made
- Features Numerous Corkscrews in Clear Black & White Photos
$8.95
Marble Clocks
- Illustrated Guide to Collectible Marble Clocks & Their Workings
- Covers the Casework, Mechanisms, Makers, Markings & Logos…etc.
- Features a Section on Collecting & Numerous Detailed Black & White Photos
$8.95
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