More Collectible Bells
More Collectible Bells

Author: Donna S. Baker

Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764308659

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Bells have played a prominent role in our society since the earliest of civilizations, yet few realize the scope of objects encompassed by this broad heading. While all bells share certain qualities--like the ability to produce sound--they vary amazingly in terms of size, shape, style, and material. A flat round Chinese gong is as much a bell as the graceful figurine hiding a swinging clapper beneath her skirt or a strap of round metal "sleigh bells" from the nineteenth century. Featuring over 620 beautiful color photos, this absorbing and entertaining book showcases the wonderful diversity of collectible bells, from animal bells, call bells, and rattles to commemoratives, figurals, miniatures, and holiday bells. Here you will find bells made of different materials, bells with more than one purpose, bells with common motifs, and much more. Both antique and modern, well-known to unique, one of these bells is sure to grab your fancy! Values, an index, and a bibliography are all included.

Collectible Bells
Collectible Bells

Author: Donna S. Baker

Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited

Published: 1998-01

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 9780764305559

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A wonderful assortment of bells from around the world identified and shown in over 590 color photographs includes bells of many sizes, shapes, styles, colors, and textures, from school bells, cowbells, and bicycle bells to souvenir bells, commemoratives, and figurines. Basic bell types include open mouth bells, crotals, gongs, mechanical bells, and chimes. Bells for every taste and inclination!

Collectible Glass Bells of the World
Collectible Glass Bells of the World

Author: A. A. Trinidad

Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764319181

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Features over 750 bells from 29 countries, including cut glass bells, blown and pressed glass bells, engraved bells, and the highly desirable glass wedding bells. Companies represented include Dorflinger, Hawkes, Pairpoint, Seneca, Sinclaire, Fenton, Fostoria, Val St. Lambert, Goebel, Moser, Hofbauer, Wedgwood and many more. Captions provide bell type, country of origin, maker and date (if known), size, pattern or decoration, and current value. A splendid addition to the libraries of bell collectors, glass enthusiasts, and all who appreciate beautiful artistry.

Glass Bells
Glass Bells

Author: Al A. Trinidad

Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764312656

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Showcases more than 850 glass bells produced primarily during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries in America, England, and Europe. Included are cut glass bells, engraved bells, blown and pressed glass bells, and a special chapter on wedding bells. Each bell is identified by type, date made, country of origin, producer if known, size, color, decoration or pattern, and current value. Background information on the manufacturers is provided as well. A treasure for those who appreciate bells, glass, and the decorative arts.

Collectible Novelty Phones
Collectible Novelty Phones

Author: James David Davis

Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764304729

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More than 200 novelty telephones here including character phones, advertising products and figural phones that are all in demand. Starting in the 1970s, these were produced to promote company products, television shows, comic strips, movies, and sports. Miniature and toy telephones are included. Descriptive captions list each phone's specific features.

Large Bells of America
Large Bells of America

Author: Neil Goeppinger

Publisher:

Published: 2016-08-31

Total Pages: 198

ISBN-13: 9781939237453

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Large Bells of America provides a host of information for enthusiasts and collectors, as well as for those interested in bells, and the part played by these American symbols in United States history and our cultural and Christian heritage. Includes a comprehensive directory of foundries and a large number of color photographs and illustrations.

Answers to Questions about Old Jewelry, 1840-1950
Answers to Questions about Old Jewelry, 1840-1950

Author: Jeanenne Bell

Publisher:

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780873417310

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Jewellery styles were influenced by wars, the economy, events like the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia, and the growth of industrialisation. Sentiment was reflected in hair jewellery made from a loved one's hair, lockets containing family pictures, and pins bearing names and catch-phrases of importance to their period. This book gives you the historical background, the periods' fashion trends, and detailed descriptions of popular jewels, so you can have an even greater appreciation for the pieces in your collection. The book also includes information about: How jewellery is manufactured; How to determine what kind of metal an item is made from; Determining whether a stone is synthetic; A listing of maker's marks to help you identify and date pieces.

100 Years of Bell Telephones
100 Years of Bell Telephones

Author: Richard Mountjoy

Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13:

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Explores the technology & the history of the telephone, from the Coffin sets of the 1870s to the Princess phones of the 1960s and beyond.

Derek Bell
Derek Bell

Author: Richard Heseltine

Publisher: Porter Press

Published: 2018-08-14

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781907085659

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Derek Bell’s name became inextricably linked with that of Porsche during his long and hugely successful career as a racing driver. In this new 276-page book, Bell collaborates with renowned motorsport author Richard Heseltine to give the reader a very personal insight into his experiences racing for the legendary German marque. The approach taken by this latest publication from Porter Press International is to look at every race Bell drove for Porsche, in detail and with revealing comments from the book’s subject. Light is cast on Bell’s most prestigious victories with Porsche - four of his five in the Le Mans 24 Hours, three in the Daytona 24 Hours, two in the World Sportscar Championship - and many more besides. Bell describes the Porsches he raced, from the fearsome 917 to the iconic 956, 962, and 911. And he shares his thoughts on the now-legendary drivers he raced with, including six-time Le Mans winner Jacky Ickx, the famously flamboyant Hans Stuck, and two immense talents who lost their lives to the sport, Jo Siffert and Stefan Bellof. The overall effect is a fascinating trip back in time to a golden era for Porsche and sports car racing as a whole.