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Contemporary Collecting: Objects, Practices, and the Fate of ThingsWhile the importance of collections has been evident in the sciences and humanities for several centuries, the social and cultural significance of collecting practices is now receiving serious attention as well. As reflected in programs like Antiques Roadshow and American Pickers, and websites such...
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A Record of My Vinyl: A Collector's CatalogWhether you're a casual collector or vinyl store junkie, this essential journal--with a high-quality cover that looks and feels like a record--includes: -Space for cataloguing details and liner notes or memories about your vinyl-Tips for cleaning discs and maintaining a serious collection -Information on...
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Opening Up Middle English Manuscripts: Literary and Visual ApproachesThis deeply informed and lavishly illustrated book is a comprehensive introduction to the modern study of Middle English manuscripts. It is intended for students and scholars who are familiar with some of the major Middle English literary works, such as The Canterbury Tales, Gawain...
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Presidential Dollar Page, Dated 2015-2016Author: Whitman PublishingPublisher: Whitman PublishingPublished: 08/30/2016Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.15lbsSize: 8.40h x 6.80w x 0.10dISBN: 9780794844493This title is only available via back order
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Collecting Rare Coins: For Pleasure and ProfitA guide to coin collecting for beginners. Everything from buying tips to coin storage. This title will cover all the basics that beginning collectors need to know.Author: Whitman Publishing, Q. David BowersPublisher: Whitman PublishingPublished: 07/30/2011Pages: 138Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 8.90h x 6.00w x 0.30dISBN:...
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Antiquing for Dummies"This is a fun and painless way to give yourself a firm grounding in the wide wonderful world of antiques and collectibles." Kyle Husfloen, Managing Editor, Antique Trader Weekly and Antique Trader's Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide Do you love to poke around estate...
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The Lladró Guide: A Collector's Reference to Retired Porcelain Figurines in Lladró BrandsSince its founding in the early 1950s, the Spanish porcelain firm Lladró has attracted a large collector market. This book identifies all known Lladró figurine brand names, differentiates them from Spanish porcelain competitors, addresses some of the mysteries surrounding Lladró's production history, and makes...
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History of the Mauser Rifle in Chile: Mauser Chileno Modelo 1895, 1912, and 1935As part of its rise as a regional South American power, Chile chose to emulate the highly successful Prussian military system in the last decades of the 19th century. Prior conflicts and the prospect of war with Argentina, which came to a head in...
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German Submachine Guns, 1918-1945: Bergmann Mp18/I - Mp34/38/40/41 - Mkb42/43/1 - Mp43/1 - Mp44 - Stg44 - AccessoriesGermany's World War I- and World War II-era submachine guns are all featured in this fully illustrated book. Early Bergmann models are presented first showing their development from the MP18, through to the MP35, followed by discussions of the Schmeisser MP28, Steyr MP34, and...
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Deadly Beauties--Rare German Handguns, Vol. 1, 1871-1914: Pre-World War IDrawn from some of the world's most prestigious collections, this comprehensive work is a visual and historical reference exploring the craftsmanship and technical progress of German pistol development from 1871 to 1914. Using specially commissioned color photography, these ultra-rare and priceless side arms, many...
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Deadly Beauties--Rare German Handguns, Vol. 2, 1914-1945: World War I - Weimar - Third ReichDrawn from some of the world's most prestigious collections, this comprehensive work is a visual and historical reference exploring the craftsmanship and technical progress of German pistol development during the 1914-1945 World War I, Weimar, and Third Reich years. Using specially commissioned color photography,...
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The Model 1891 Carcano Rifle: A Detailed Developmental and Production HistoryAuthor: Ralph Riccio, Giovanni Chegia, Alberto SimonelliPublisher: Schiffer MilitaryPublished: 05/27/2016Pages: 320Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 4.10lbsSize: 11.20h x 9.00w x 1.20dISBN: 9780764350818About the AuthorGiovanni Chegia was born in Cagliari (Sardinia) in 1951 and now lives in Genoa with his family. Alberto Simonelli was born in La...
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The Handbook of Vintage Cigarette LightersExtraordinary cigarette lighters can be found in the strangest of places--in a garage sale, at a swap meet, perhaps even in your own basement. This convenient, revised and updated handheld guide introduces a history of lighters through a comprehensive, alphabetical presentation of styles, organized...
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The Beauty of Time: The Watches of A. Lange & SöhneWith more than 200 photographs and specifications for 32 watches, this book provides a comprehensive history of one of Germany's finest watchmakers and its timepieces. Since its founding in 1845, A. Lange and Sohne has been at the core of fine watchmaking. Wanting to...
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Estate Jewelry: 1760 to 1960The revised and expanded second edition of this beautiful, popular, and easy-to-follow book is a thorough reference to antique and period jewelry, created over a 200-year period, in Canada, Europe, the United Kingdom, and the United States. It presents the changes in construction techniques...
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Panzer Feldjacke: German Armored Crew Uniforms of the Second World War - Vol.3: Ss-VT and Waffen-SSFew items of Third Reich militaria collecting hold as much fascination as the uniforms of the German armored forces. Germany revolutionized armored warfare and in the process developed some of the most striking uniforms ever worn. This four volume set by Scott Pritchett leverages...
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Monet: The Master Jewelers: The Master JewelersAs one of the oldest costume jewelry companies still in existence, Monet has, for almost 70 years, made jewelry that cannot be surpassed for its quality, craftsmanship, and audacious design. Monet: The Master Jewelers is a long overdue, in-depth look at this innovative and...
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Marble ManiaThis expanded 2nd edition is the definitive guide to marble collecting, with over 1,400 color photographs identifying marbles. It features the main areas of interest on makers and manufacturers of marbles made of stone, minerals, and early hand- and machine-made glass. It covers many...
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Linen: From Flax Seed to Woven ClothFollow the saga of this remarkable fiber from seed to woven fabric. Learn about flax cultivation, processing and spinning, natural and synthetic dyeing, and weaving and finishing linen cloth. 233 color photos and 156 black and white photos and drawings reveal the characteristics of...
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Dinky ToysDinky toys, produced from 1933 to 1980, have become popular collectibles today. This book, now in its seventh edition, offers concise history, detailed listing of major variations, chronological list, and a newly-updated price guide. It includes all the Dinky toys made in Britain, France,...
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