Everything from historical documents to descriptions and pricing can be found in this fascinating hobby guide. Several types of collectibles are covered in four distinct sections: Literature and Art, Everyday Artifacts, Historical Artifacts, and Entertainment Memorabilia. An important and entertaining reference!
This is the best introductory guide to the world of buttons available. Clothing buttons of the 1930s, 40s, 50s have become very important to today''s collectors and this book makes identifying them possible.'
Provides comprehensive coverage of the history and manufacture of the popular dolls, describing and photographing numerous dolls in the Barbie collection
Arcade video games have become one of the hottest collectibles around and this book features over 600 photos of the machines that filled arcades during the 1970s and '80s. Includes information about the manufacturers who produced these classic games, a section about video game collectibles, and information on how to start your own collection. Beginning collectors and long-time game enthusiasts alike are sure to enjoy this nostalgic and informative look at the world of arcade video games.
This reference for collectors of antique tools and machinery showcases tools from some 50 trades, including plumbing, logging, blacksmithing, printing, gardening, beekeeping, and carriage and wagon making. Each illustrated entry is accompanied by notes on use of the tool, companies that made it, and pricing information for collectors. A section of color photos is included. Wendel, a collector of antique tools, has written previous books on antique farm machinery and tools. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR