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  • Miller's Field Guide: Art Deco

    by Judith Miller ...
    Series series Miller's Field Guides
    Miller's Field Guides are an invaluable resource for collectors when out buying items at antiques shops, auctions or car boot fairs. They provide a fast and accurate way to recognize, identify and date antiques. In each book a simple question-and-answer checklist is provided for a wide range of key items, teaching you what to look for as well how to spot a fake or a copy. There are price codes ... Read more

    1,99 €

  • An Encyclopaedia of Famous Clock and Watchmakers - Details of Famous and World Renowned Watch and Clock Makers

    by Anon ...
    This little book contains an alphabetical list of world famous watch and clock makers. Each entry signifies the period when the person referred to was connected with the Clockmaker's Company, or known to be in business, or when some example of their work was made. Following the names and addresses of some makers is a description of their work which has been met with, or of some invention or ... Read more

    6,35 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • HowExpert Guide to Gold and Silver Collecting

    A 60-Day Step-by-Step System for Buying, Selling, Collecting, and Investing in Gold, Silver, and Other Precious Metals

    by HowExpert ...
    If you want to build lasting wealth, hold real value in your hands, and create a legacy rooted in something tangible—not digital speculation—then this is the guide you’ve been searching for.HowExpert Guide to Gold and Silver Collecting is your trusted companion for buying, selling, collecting, and investing in gold, silver, and other precious metals with purpose, strategy, and confidence. Designed ... Read more

    9,99 €

  • Celebrating Canada

    Decorating with History in a Contemporary Home

    A visual journey showcasing how history can make a house a home, a reminder of the strength of character and ingenuity entrenched in Canada’s history.Inspired by the 150th anniversary of Canadian confederation — the same year recognizing 375 years of settlement in Montreal — Quebec antiques professional Peter E. Baker brings life to Canadian history and demonstrates how antiques and folk art can ... Read more

    20,66 €

  • Check Points on How to Buy Oriental Rugs

    This classic oriental rug guide is still the most comprehensive and authoritative book for buying or selling rugs—essential reading for any collector.Author, Charles W. Jacobsen was a world renowened authority on Oriental rugs. Check Points on How to Buy Oriental Rugs represent the essence of his five decades of experience in buying and selling new and antique Oriental rugs. Experienced dealers ... Read more

    9,00 €

  • The World of Beer Memorabilia

    Identification and Value Guide

    In 1951, while Herb served as a cryptographer with the US Air Force in Munich, Germany, he purchased his first pieces of beer memorabilia: eight beer glasses. He and wife Helen didn’t know it yet, but this small purchase would lead to them having the largest private collection of beer memorabilia in the world.Loaded with over 200 sharp color photos, The World of Beer Memorabilia: Identification & ... Read more

    12,82 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Romance of Book-Collecting

    Enriched edition. Exploring the Art and Passion of Collecting Literary Treasures

    In "The Romance of Book-Collecting," J. Herbert Slater weaves a captivating narrative that delves into the intricate art and allure of collecting books. This literary work blends anecdotal storytelling with a meticulous examination of bibliophilia, offering insights into the motivations and passions that drive individuals to surround themselves with literary treasures. Slater's engaging prose is ... Read more

    1,99 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Union Glass Co. Cutting Blanks, Punch Bowls Through Miscellaneous

    Union Blanks, #3

    by Rob Smith ...
    Series Book 3 - Union Blanks
    Information about Brilliant Era cutting blanks suppliers is scarce. Hundreds of blank pictures are presented in the last 94 pages (Punch Bowls Through Miscellaneous) of this large undated Union Glass cutting blanks catalog. It was originally issued circa 1903-06 to the cutting firm of F. X. Parsche of Chicago IL. A photocopy of the original was was the 2003 basis for Chapter 3 of the LABAC Cycle ... Read more

    2,49 €

  • Dating Photographs

    by Craig Tuttle ...
    This book is a basic guide to dating photographs. It describes the methods that can be used to determine the date range of an image. Specifically, by the photographic process/format, and the contents of the image, i.e. clothing, accessories, hairstyles and other objects that provide a definitive date range. The appendix contains publications on 19th and 20th century clothing fashions, hats, shoes ... Read more

    2,99 €

  • HowExpert Guide to 365+ Antiques and Collectibles

    A Yearlong Journey Through the World’s Most Valuable, Rare, and Timeless Antiques & Collectibles

    by HowExpert ...
    If you love discovering rare treasures, historic artifacts, and timeless collectibles, HowExpert Guide to 365+ Antiques and Collectibles is your ultimate daily companion. This engaging guide takes you on a captivating year-long journey, presenting 365+ carefully selected antiques and collectibles known for their historical significance, rarity, beauty, and cultural impact. Whether you're a ... Read more

    9,99 €

  • Catalogue of Greek Coins - The Ptolemies, Kings of Egypt

    "Catalogue of Greek Coins - The Ptolemies, Kings of Egypt" is a 1888 work by Reginald S. Poole. Reginald Stuart Poole (1832 - 1895) was an English numismatist, archaeologist, and orientalist whose best work is arguably his contributions to Encyclopædia Britannica on the subjects of on Egypt, Hieroglyphics and Numismatics. He also worked on "Smith's Dictionary of the Bible", and was "Keeper of ... Read more

    9,11 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • How To Draw Cartoons For Beginners

    Your Step By Step Guide To Drawing Cartoons For Beginners

    If you are a beginner who wants to learn how to draw cartoons, then get "How To Draw Cartoons For Beginners" by a real life cartoon enthusiast and artist.Cartooning is an art form and for many it’s a source of pure entertainment. Whether you’ve enjoyed watching them or doodling on a notebook, at some point in your life you’ve been inspired by a cartoon.If you love cartoons, but have had a hard ... Read more

    9,99 €

  • Manual dos Conquistadores 3

    Série Melhor Guia para Conquistadores 3, #3

    Series Book 3 - Série Melhor Guia para Conquistadores 3
    Manual dos Conquistadores 3 da Série de Melhor Guia para Conquistadores. O livro três é uma continuação dos livros um e dois e contém mais de cem chaves inspiradoras, motivacionais e pepitas de sucesso que ajudarão você a cumprir seu destino e aproveitar seu potencial. É um chamado para despertar direcionado a qualquer pessoa que queira se destacar na vida. Este livro o ajudará em estratégias de ... Read more

    4,99 €

  • The Private Library

    What We Do Know, What We Don't Know, What We Ought to Know About Our Books

    In "The Private Library," Arthur Lee Humphreys delves into the nuanced relationship between identity and the written word, artfully intertwining personal anecdotes with broader cultural reflections. This elegantly crafted work captures the essence of a private library as not merely a collection of books, but a sanctuary of self-discovery and a testament to one's intellectual pursuits. The prose is ... Read more

    0,49 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Flippers Bible

    by Ellie James ...
    The Flipper's Bible is your go-to guide for turning everyday items, collectibles, and even houses into profit. Whether you're flipping vintage finds, reselling online, or diving into side hustles, this short practical handbook walks you through the essentials: research, strategy, pricing, and execution. Packed with insider tips and real-world advice, The Flipper's Bible gives you the confidence to ... Read more

    5,49 €

  • Oedipus the King by Sophocles (Book Analysis)

    Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide

    Series series BrightSummaries.com
    Unlock the more straightforward side of Oedipus the King with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!This engaging summary presents an analysis of Oedipus the King by Sophocles, a world-famous tragedy in which a man discovers that he has murdered his father and married his mother, despite having tried to escape this fate. The tragic irony in the play and the pathos of the scenes leading ... Read more

    9,99 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Picker's Pocket Guide - Toys

    How to Pick Antiques Like a Pro

    by Eric Bradley ...
    Welcome to Toyland!Whether it's a rare three-wheeled motorcycle that sold for $23,000 or an unopened LEGO set of the Millennium Falcon that can go for as much as $4,500, toy-box treasures are out there waiting to be found. Discover for yourself what veteran collectors know with this hands-on, how-to guide to picking toys, the No. 1 collecting category. Learn what seasoned collectors look for and ... Read more

    7,83 €

  • The Worshipful Company - A History of the Guild of London Clockmakers

    by Anon ...
    This old work contains a detailed history of the Guild of London Clockmakers, with information on its conception, its early development, its evolution, popularity, and more. This text constitutes a definitive history of 'The Worshipful Company', and will be of considerable value to those with a keen interest in the subject. Written in clear language and easy-to-digest, this text makes for a great ... Read more

    6,35 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Standard Catalog of Ruger Firearms

    by Jerry Lee ...
    Your complete guide to Ruger firearms!Standard Catalog of Ruger Firearms is the most complete guide available for buyers, sellers and collectors of these iconic firearms.Ruger enthusiasts of all interests will benefit from the accurate and detailed technical specifications, expertly analyzed prices and superb color photos featured in this comprehensive reference.Inside this full-color volume, ... Read more

    25,64 €

  • Tinker Brilliant Cut Glass Distributor Catalog #1

    by Rob Smith ...
    Tinker was a Chicago-based firm specializing in the promotion and distribution of American Brilliant Era cut glass manufactured by smaller cutting houses that elected to "outsource" their marketing and sales. The firm claimed to be the "largest cut glass sales agency in the world."The Brilliant Era Tinker catalog reprinted, indexed and analyzed here was published during the first few years of the ... Read more

    2,49 €

  • Picker's Pocket Guide - Signs

    How to Pick Antiques Like a Pro

    by Eric Bradley ...
    Signs of SuccessDiscover what the pros know with this hands-on, how-to guide to picking advertising signs. Learn what seasoned collectors look for and what they value in this easy-to-follow and indispensable pocket guide.YOU'LL UNCOVER:• The best categories of signs: beer, Coca-Cola, petroliana, food and drink, farm and implement, home and garden, and neon signs• Practical strategies from top ... Read more

    7,83 €

  • Strike It Rich with Pocket Change

    Error Coins Bring Big Money

    In the authors' own words, this new edition of Strike It Rich with Pocket Change, dispels the myths of error coins and assists you in discovering, marketing, and researching rare coins that you can find in your pocket change.More than 350 close-up illustrations, key identifying details and current market values help you decipher the difference between proper and error issues and varying types of ... Read more

    9,53 €

  • One Coin is Never Enough

    Why and How We Collect

    One Coin is Never Enough presents an upbeat, friendly analysis that is a celebration of the collector. Emphasis is placed on the venerable skills that collectors need to cultivate to get started.Michael S. Shutty Jr., Ph.D. introduces the idea that coins are transformed into something special when numismatists choose to collect them. In this way, the collector is placed front and center. Michael ... Read more

    8,79 €

  • The Archers: The Ambridge Chronicles

    Moments that made the nation's favourite radio drama

    The Archers, like life, is made of moments: marriages and births, loves and losses, triumphs and disasters. It has been the soundtrack of our lives for over six decades, from stooking corn with Dan Archer in the 1950s to the tragic death of Nigel Pargetter in 2011.We know the characters of Ambridge - from much-loved Phil and Jill Archer and the irrepressible Grundys to wayward Brian Aldridge - ... Read more

    14,99 €