Antique Clothes

Collectible Silver Jewelry: Identification and Value Guide

Product Description
The thousands of examples displayed in the book include unmarked silver jewelry pieces as well as those produced by approximately 100 U.S. manufacturers and that of over 150 foreign manufacturers, along with their trademarks and national silver standard marks, and in most cases, supplemented by brief histories and biographies of the major manufacturers and designers. The book covers the jewelry of about 30 countries and is organized according to the geographical areas where the silver jewelry was manufactured, and the manufacturers and silversmiths are listed alphabetically for easy access and reference. Approximately 950 photos; several hundred marks and trademarks. 2001 values. REVIEW: This book displays and prices a broad range of silver jewelry, reflecting the breadth of the collectible market and emphasizing the kind of silver jewelry which the average dealer/collector is most likely to encounter in the marketplace. The range covers a broad spectrum, from cheap to expensive, rare to common, U.S. and Continental to Middle Eastern Oriental.

Collectible Snowdomes (Collectibles)

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Each and every snowdome presents an irresistable temptation: to upend it and watch the tiny snowstorm coat its little world in white. There's nothing to lose, so why not give in to the urge? More than mere baubles, snowdomes tell the tale of our recent past. They show holiday trends, from mountains to the seaside. They also act as mini memorials to movie stars and important historic events. All but forgotten in the 1980's, snowdomes have made a comeback with a new generation of avid collectors. Helped by advances in production technology, the snowdome universe is at a lively peak, with novel models popping up all over the place.


About The Author
Lélie Carnot is an avid collector who has published several books in her native France about her passions, including a volume on collectible dolls.

Collectible Soda Pop Memorabilia: Identification and Value Guide

Product Description
Coca-Cola, Dr. Pepper, Pepsi, 7-Up, and other sodas are featured on thousands of items including thermometers, signs, posters, calendars, bottles, and much more. With over 1,000 detailed color photographs, this guide will be invaluable to both the beginning and advanced collector. Listings and photos are arranged in an easy-to-follow chapter format, so the collector has information at their fingertips. B.J. Summers continues to compile the essential reference guides to help collectors know what's out there and how much to expect to pay for these collectibles. 2004 values. AUTHORBIO: B.J. Summers continues to compile essential references for advertising and Coca-Cola collectors. His popular books include Pocket Guide to Coca-Cola, Summers' Guide to Coca-Cola, Soda Pop Memorabilia, Antique Contemporary Advertising Memorabilia, and Value Guide to Gas Station Memorabilia. His books have become standard references in their fields. REVIEW: Collectors of not only soda pop memorabilia but also advertising in general will love this new book, published by bestselling author B.J. Summers. Dr. Pepper, Coca-Cola, Pepsi, Crush, 7-Up, and many more major companies are represented in all forms - bottles, signs, calendars, and much more.

Collectible Souvenir Spoons: The Grand Tour (Book 2)

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More than 2,000 spoons are featured in approximately 500 clear, crisp black and white photographs, several pages of color photos, and vintage catalog ads. This book places heavy emphasis on souvenir spoons in the Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and arts and Crafts style. It contains in-depth information on spoons from South America, Mexico, and Asia. Over a thousand spoons from around the world never before published in any collectible spoon book are featured. AUTHORBIO: Wayne Bednersh is a graduate of UCLA and has authored several articles on spoons and silver techniques. His interest in silver medallions and antiques led him to souvenir spoon collecting. He is the author of two volumes on Collectible Souvenir Spoons. REVIEW: This book displays and prices a broad range of silver jewelry, reflecting the breadth of the collectible market and emphasizing the kind of silver jewelry which the average dealer/collector is most likely to encounter in the marketplace. The range covers a broad spectrum, from cheap to expensive, rare to common, U.S. and Continental to Middle Eastern Oriental.

Collectibles Price Guide 2008 (Collectibles Price Guide)

Book Description
Whether you want to identify and value items already in your possession or simply get an idea of what the market holds, world-renowned antiques and collectibles expert Judith Miller, offers buyers and sellers the perfect companion. Whether you're hoping to grab a bargain at a yard sale or online, or are hoping to find the value of that 1960s coffee set in the attic, this 6th edition provides all the information you need in one handy volume.

AUTHOR BIO: One of the world's leading experts in the field, Judith Miller began collecting in the 1960's and has since written more than 80 books, on a wide variety of subjects. Judith is a regular lecturer and contributor to newspapers and magazines, including The Financial TImes. She has appeared on "The House Detectives," "The Antiques Trail," and "The Martha Stewart Show." Since October 2002, DK and Judith Miller have launched several series, including the Antiques Price Guides, Collectibles Price Guides, and the DK Collector's Guides.

Mark Hill has had a lifelong passion for collectibles. A former specialist at Bonhams and Sotheby's, he is the Price Guide Company's resident collectibles experts as well as a consultant in collectibles and online auctions. Mark is the coauthor of DK Collector's Guide: 20th-Century Glass.

Collector's Encyclopedia of Creek Chub: Lures and Collectibles : Identification and Values...

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Over 1,100 color photographs, depicting every type of lure ever produced by the company. Other fishing collectibles are featured, as well as charts, historical pictures, and catalogs.2002 values. AUTHORBIO: Born in Garrett, Indiana, and a graduate of Garrett High School, Harold Smith grew up where the Creek Chub Bait Company was an integral part of the community. As a physician in southern Indiana, the discovery of Creek Chub lures began a hobby of collecting and research that ultimately resulted in the publication of two editions of his book, Collector's Encyclopedia of Creek Chub Lures Collectibles. REVIEW: This book showcases lures of the Creek Chub Bait Company. It features lures with both common and unusual colors, giving the collector an understanding of the importance of the color of a Creek Chub bait. A history of the company is provided. Whether you are a collector needing detailed information, someone interested in the past, or a dealer needing a value guide, this enjoyable and helpful guide will meet your needs.

Commercial Fish Decoys: Identification and Value Guide : Collectible Decoys and Implements...

Book Description
Collecting spear fishing decoys is rapidly gaining popularity. Over 350 color photos of commercial decoys from both major and minor manufacturers. Decoys from more than 100 companies in both the United States and Canada. AUTHORBIO: Frank Baron grew up fishing with his dad and uncles in Detroit, Michigan and has always been intrigued by winter ice fishing, its methods, and the related tools of the trade. He is chairman of the Fish Decoy Division of the National Fishing Lure Collectors Club and co-founder of the Great Lakes Decoy Collectors and Carvers Association. REVIEW: This book documents major and minor manufacturers of commercial decoys and commercial ice fishing items. The author wanted to preserve and document the history of these items and companies, many of which are unknown. Details on the sport of spear fishing begin the book and give the reader a better understanding of the sport before studying the collectible items associated with it.

Costume in Greek Classic Drama

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At the peak of its perfection in the fifth century B.C., the glory of classical Greek drama was matched by the magnificence of its costumes. This work describes how performers were dressed in plays by Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides, and explains how the actors performance influenced the cut of their costumes. 53 black-and-white illustrations.

Costume Jewelry (POCKET COLLECTIBLES)

Book Description
Covering all the major designers and styles from the 1920s through the present day, this elegant and stylish guide to costume jewelry features hot collecting trends, and spotlights major designers. AUTHOR BIO: Judith Miller began collecting antiques in the 1960s, and has since extended and reinforced her knowledge internationally. Judith has written more than 100 books on antiques and interiors, which are held in high regard by collectors and dealers alike.

Cowboy Clothing and Gear: The Complete Hamley Catalog of 1942

Product Description
Complete republication of rare 1942 catalog showcases goods of premier manufacturer: finely tooled saddles, Stetson hats, silver spurs, cowhide chaps, boots, leather riding suits, much more. Complete data on price, color, size, etc. Superb resource for collectors, western buffs, artists looking for Western graphic art. New Introduction. 650 illustrations.

English Women's Clothing in the Nineteenth Century: A Comprehensive Guide with 1,117...

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Remarkably thorough illustrated overview based on rare period photographs, periodicals, other contemporary sources. Description and information about hundreds of fashions: morning dresses, riding outfits, carriage costumes, evening dresses, bridal gowns, more. Also millinery, footwear, underclothing, other apparel. 891 black-and-white line illustrations. 226 halftones. Bibliography. 3 glossaries.

European Civil and Military Clothing (Dover Pictorial Archive Series)

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Peerless archive of historical fashions features 217 handsome plates depicting nearly 1,000 individual figures and accessories. Detailed illustrations reveal a remarkable panorama of priestesses and warriors of ancient Britain, nobles and burghers of 16th-century Germany, elaborately coiffed ladies from the court of Versailles, knights in full regalia from many eras and countries, and much more.


Language Notes
Text: English (translation)
Original Language: Italian