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  • Conversations with a Curator

    Understanding and Caring for Aged Textiles and Clothing

    by Alda G. Kaye ...
    If youve ever been handed down an old piece of clothing or discovered such a treasure in an attic or closet, youve probably had a variation of this thought: What is one to do with an interesting textile or an intriguing and maybe wearable relic?Alda G. Kaye, who became the curator of a large university historic costume and textile collection, has worked with faculty, students, museums, and other ... Read more

    $68.69 HKD

  • Miller’s Antiques Handbook & Price Guide 2024-2025

    by Judith Miller ...
    Series series Miller's Antiques Handbook & Price Guide
    ***Miller's Antiques Handbook & Price Guide remains the essential and trusted guide to the antiques market. It has earned the reputation of being the book no dealer, collector or auctioneer should be without. Compiled by the late Judith Miller, world-renowned antiques expert and co-founder of the book, the guide features more than 8,000 antiques.Comprehensive sections cover Ceramics, Asian ... Read more

    $363.19 HKD

  • The Worshipful Company - A History of the Guild of London Clockmakers

    by Anon ...
    This old work contains a detailed history of the Guild of London Clockmakers, with information on its conception, its early development, its evolution, popularity, and more. This text constitutes a definitive history of 'The Worshipful Company', and will be of considerable value to those with a keen interest in the subject. Written in clear language and easy-to-digest, this text makes for a great ... Read more

    $54.99 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • H. C. Fry No. 10 Brilliant Era Cut Glass Manufacturer Catalog

    by Rob Smith, Val Smith ...
    Hard to find Fry Catalog No. 10 catalog patterns, pictures, and prices are delivered in a searchable format that also provides shapes, sizes and sets. The catalog used relatively simple woodcut images. This eBook adds a comprehensive Fry cutting pattern index covering 21 sources, captioned photos of 67 surviving examples of Fry cut glass, and research results presenting publication dates for all ... Read more

    $23.99 HKD

  • Paint and Porcelain

    by RL Enseki-Hancock ...
    Some contemporary Japanese porcelain pieces that show the blend of traditional glazes and motifs produced in Arita area. ... Read more

    $39.99 HKD

  • Monster Cereal Box Premiums – The 1980’s: A Totally Tubular Decade of Crunchy-Sweet Fun

    Monster Cereal Box Premiums, #2

    by Jonathon Jones ...
    Series Book 2 - Monster Cereal Box Premiums
    A child of the 80's? Or perhaps just a big fan of the monster cereals? Whatever the case may be, this is the book for you! Chock full of retro sugary goodness, this guidebook is a continuation in the series which started with the 70's. It will make any fan long for the days when cereal was more than just cereal. It was also FUN! ... Read more

    $23.99 HKD

  • Clans and Tartans

    Traditional Scottish tartans

    by Scottish Tartans Authority ...
    Series series Collins Little Books
    The perfect introduction to Scottish tartans. Produced in association with the Scottish Tartans Authority, this Little Book focuses on the history of the world famous Scottish tartan. Optimised for colour tablets. The images in this ebook are not suitable for viewing on black and white e-ink devices.Contents include:• Over 100 clans presented with their tartan, crest, motto and Gaelic clan name.• ... Read more

    $49.89 HKD

  • HOW TO HUNT TREASURE: A Guide to Adventure and Profit

    by Malcolm Allred ...
    Have you ever dreamed of buying a Van Gogh for $5.00 at a yard sale? Of using a metal detector to locate relics on a Civil War battlefield or in the bed of an historic river? Of digging a cache of gold coins on an old house site? Of buying a valuable collectible on eBay that everyone else has either misidentified or overlooked?The author of How to Hunt Treasure has spent most of his life pursuing ... Read more

    $70.25 HKD

  • Hemp Jewelry 2.0

    A Quick Guide on How to Make Hemp Macrame Jewelry

    by HowExpert, Robyn McComb ...
    Welcome to the wonderful world of hemp jewelry making! If you are a crafter, you will absolutely love making hemp jewelry. It is an easy yet intricate way to create beautiful jewelry that you can sell or give as gifts.Here is what you will learn in this 101 guide to hemp:• What hemp is and why it is such a great material to use.• How to care for hemp jewelry.• How to plan a hemp project.• How to ... Read more

    $78.07 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • How To Draw With Pencils

    Your Step By Step Guide To Drawing With Pencils

    by HowExpert ...
    If you want to learn how to draw using pencils easily and quickly, then check this "How To Draw With Pencils" guide.In this step-by-step guide you will reap the following benefits:- Determine the essential materials used in pencil drawing.- Learn how to draw simple flowers.- Learn how to draw human face.- Learn how to draw a swan.- Learn how to draw a house (nipa hut).- Learn how to draw seashore ... Read more

    $78.07 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • HowExpert Guide to Fountain Pens

    101+ Lessons to Learn How to Find, Use, Clean, Maintain, and Love Fountain Pens from A to Z

    by HowExpert, Lauren Traye ...
    If you want to learn everything about fountain pens, then check out "HowExpert Guide to Fountain Pens." You will learn how to find, use, clean, maintain, and love fountain pens from A to Z!Fountain pens are not ancient relics, and they're not pens made of feathers that you dip into an ink vial. That would be a quill. They are part of a bustling and modern industry backed by users, collectors, and ... Read more

    $78.07 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Knives 2027

    Edited by Joe Kertzman ...
    More Than 1,000 Stunning Knives in Full Color!Brought to you by the publishers of BLADE Magazine and now in its 47th year, this 2027 edition of "The World's Greatest Knife Book" is the annual showcase of the most remarkable custom and factory-manufactured knives available. Fixed-blade designs, folders, swords, kitchen cutlery, cleavers, tactical knives, and every other knife style and design ... Read more

    $101.29 HKD

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  • Miller's Field Guide: Art Deco

    by Judith Miller ...
    Series series Miller's Field Guides
    Miller's Field Guides are an invaluable resource for collectors when out buying items at antiques shops, auctions or car boot fairs. They provide a fast and accurate way to recognize, identify and date antiques. In each book a simple question-and-answer checklist is provided for a wide range of key items, teaching you what to look for as well how to spot a fake or a copy. There are price codes ... Read more

    $69.89 HKD

  • Victorian Secrets

    What a Corset Taught Me about the Past, the Present, and Myself

    by Sarah A. Chrisman ...
    How a nineteenth-century garment changed the life of a twenty-first century woman.On Sarah Chrisman’s twenty-ninth birthday, her husband, Gabriel, presented her with a corset. The material and the design were breathtakingly beautiful, but she was not happy. Although she had been in love with the Victorian era all her life, she had specifically asked her husband not to buy her a corset—ever. She’d ... Read more

    $101.49 HKD

  • Scrapbooking

    The Official Guide To Scrapbooking Supplies, Scrapbooking Ideas, Scrapbook Paper, Digital Scrapbooking

    by Micaela Malone ...
    The Best and Worst Ideas for scrapbooking supplies, scrapbooking ideas, scrapbook paper, digital scrapbooking and much more. ... Read more

    $38.93 HKD

  • Clock Repairs for Beginners

    A detailed step by guide to learn the basics, tips and tricks of repairing different clock types with ease

    by Kelly Bryan ...
    Available in a variety of styles, shapes and colors, quartz wall clocks make an affordable time-keeping option for any room in the home or office. Like any mechanical operation, however, they aren't exempt from the occasional need for repair, which can easily be done with a little knowledge and patience.The first and easiest problem to fix is restoring the clock's battery power, which is done by ... Read more

    $29.99 HKD

  • Gun Digest Book of Ruger Revolvers

    The Definitive History

    by Max Prasac ...
    Every Man's RevolverIt's a youngster compared to Colt's and Smith & Wesson, but Sturm, Ruger & Company has left a mark on the world of firearms that's undeniable. Now, author Max Prasac shares how the firm's famed revolvers became stronger, more durable and safer than any of their competition in Gun Digest Book of Ruger Revolvers.Inside you'll discover:The stories behind Ruger's fast-step to fame ... Read more

    $186.09 HKD

  • Money and Exchange in Canada to 1900

    by A.B. McCullough ...
    Of special interest to coin and bill collectors, as well as history buffs and students, is this clear, concise and intriguing explanation of the various coins and currencies used in Canada between 1600 and 1900. Covering the French, British, and Canadian periods of our history, the wide range of currencies used is explained: livres, pounds, playing cards, louis d’ors, eagles, shillings and dollars ... Read more

    $68.09 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Warman's U.S. Coin Collecting

    by Alan Herbert ...
    GET STARTED COLLECTING COINS Have fun and Avoid Costly MistakesWant to know just what's in that box of coins Grandpa Earl left you? Or do you just want to embark on a hobby that will bring you years of enjoyment, and maybe a profit?Warman's U.S. Coin Collecting is the book that will tell you everything you need to know about collecting U.S. Coins from author Alan Herbert.Topics Include:• What is ... Read more

    $75.99 HKD

  • Vintage Wristwatches

    by Reyne Haines ...
    Fashion with FunctionStep into the fascinating world of watches. From the early "trench watches" of World War I to some of today's elegant diamond-studded cocktail watches, Vintage Wristwatches will entertain and educate you about these small works of art that have stood the test of time.Whether novice or seasoned collector, you'll enjoy the rich histories of American and European manufacturers ... Read more

    $97.39 HKD

  • Classic Hunting Collectibles

    Identification & Price Guide

    by Hal Boggess ...
    No other hunting collectibles book compares!Hunting collectibles bring back that sense of a simpler time and the demand and prices for them have skyrocketed, with some pieces selling for more than $10,000! Classic Hunting Collectibles will appeal to novice collectors by giving them a comprehensive overview of what hunting collectibles are available, and seasoned collectors will appreciate viewing ... Read more

    $82.99 HKD

  • Antique Trader Pottery & Porcelain Ceramics Price Guide

    Edited by Paul Kennedy ...
    Ceramic ShowcaseWhether your favorite piece comes from a mid-century modern ceramic line, lovely Victorian porcelain, or the many variations of fine art pottery, you'll find them beautifully displayed in the new edition of Antique Trader Pottery & Porcelain Ceramics. From the boldly creative works of George Ohr to the inherent practicality of Red Wing, this striking reference covers the fine to ... Read more

    $109.29 HKD

  • Warman's Modernism Furniture and Acessories

    Identification and Price Guide

    by Noah Fleisher ...
    Series series Warman's
    The cool designs, sleek lines and fashion-forward forms of the open and optimistic feel of the modernism furniture and design is as reflective of attitude as it is ingenuity. The enthusiasm and boundless hope of post-War 1950s America, not unlike our country’s current eagerness for a shot of optimism, is represented in the pages of this beautifully illustrated, inspiring, and informative book. ... Read more

    $73.39 HKD

  • The Vintage Rolex Field Manual

    An Essential Collectors Reference Guide

    by Colin A White ...
    Series Book 1 - Chevalier
    How to Find, Price & Buy A Vintage Rolex WatchFinding a vintage Rolex is easy. Finding one that's worth its price... that's the challenge.Fakes are getting harder to spot, and a poor restoration could end up costing you more than its price in repairs. That's a painful mistake you could avoid with the right information.Written by a seasoned collector, this guide will teach you the complex nuances ... Read more

    $210.39 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus