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Author: Marvin D. Schwartz
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Published: 1975
Total Pages: 174
ISBN-13: 9780385029261
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA survey of antique American silver from 1750 to the present, with descriptions of pieces from various historical periods and discussions of expert American silversmiths and major silver manufacturers.
Author: Joel Langford
Publisher:
Published: 1991
Total Pages: 128
ISBN-13: 9781850762942
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Ralph M. Kovel
Publisher: Random House Reference
Published: 1989
Total Pages: 440
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKLists monograms and identifying marks used by more than ten thousand American silversmiths from 1650 to the present.
Author: Dorothy T. Rainwater
Publisher: New York : Crown Publishers
Published: 1975
Total Pages: 232
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: John Mercanti
Publisher: Whitman Publishing
Published: 2013-06-15
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780794840303
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn this collector's guide, retired chief engraver of the Philadelphia Mint and designer of the reverse side of the American silver eagle bullion coin, John M. Mercanti, details the history and development of the American silver eagles program as well as other U.S. bullion coins and medals.
Author: Dorothy T. Rainwater
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Published: 1999-11
Total Pages: 480
ISBN-13: 9780764309014
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn response to popular demand for this classic reference, this enlarged and renewed edition will be even more valued by historians and collectors. Long considered the "bible" by silverplate collectors, it has continued to be the most comprehensive reference in the silverplate world. This one volume contains a complete history of silverplating materials, the refining process, and design changes. Drawn from many sources, this lovely book has color illustrations as well as over 500 line cuts and black and white photographs. There is also a chapter on the care and restoration of silverplate that contains much helpful advice for the collector. This new edition features--for the first time--a price guide of current values.
Author: Seymour B. Weyler
Publisher:
Published: 1973
Total Pages: 447
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Richard F. Osterberg
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Published: 1994
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780887406300
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn this richly illustrated book, Richard Osterberg provides a thorough look at the sterling silver utensils which have entranced collectors throughout the years. The perfect complement to the crisp linen, fine china, and elegant crystal of a well-set dining table, sterling silver flatware by many of the most renowned makers and in the loveliest of patterns is pictured here. While sterling silver patterns can be simple or elaborate, this book makes clear that all of them are beautiful. From delicate berry spoons to poultry shears, bouillon ladles, and carving sets, individual place settings and serving pieces are organized in chapters to make matching your pieces an easy task. A newly updated price guide and helpful research charts are included for use with your own collection.
Author: Richard Osterberg
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Published: 2001
Total Pages: 256
ISBN-13: 9780764314209
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA colorful and useful tour of fine antique silver, covering patterns, forms, and functions. With color photos it explores the sterling flatware serving pieces and place settings, giving essential information to the collector. Also, the silver flatware is coupled with linen, china, and crystal to make beautiful place settings that will inspire the modern host and hostess. Throughout the text value ranges are given, making it easy to look up prices of antique silver.
Author: Peter Sutton-Smith
Publisher: Markham, Ont. : Fitzhenry and Whiteside
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781550418668
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Book of Marks: The Canadian Collectors Guide to Antique Manufacture's, Marks, Monographs, Labels, Seals and Other Craftsmen Insignia Hold old is it? Where was it made? Who made it? Previously issued as Unitt's Book of Marks, this quintessential guide manufacturer's marks and other insignia is the perfect identification guide to Canadian, American and European antiques. Included are marks, monographs, labels, seals and more on antique glass, ceramics, pottery, silver, silverplate and dolls. This new enlarged and updated version has been dramatically expanded to include a wide range of new marks with full identification details. It includes Canadian marks from various provinces providing date of manufacturer. Clear and concise mark replicas provide for quick and accurate identification to your family heirlooms, recent purchase, or prized antique. Fakes and forgeries are discussed, as are the basic rules of authenticating the value and age of both antiques and collectables. Fully indexed for easy reference, the book's bibliography invites the reader to further explore the collector's world.
