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  • Old Knives, Xx, and More

    Case and Case-Related Knives Before 1920: a Guide to Identification and Value

    Knife collecting has grown tremendously in the last thirty years, and the most collected brand by far is Case. The long history of Case knives dates to 1896, when brothers John, Jean, and Andrew Case began producing knives with their stampings. Author Tom McCandless, a longtime knife collector, explores the history of Case knives from their beginning to 1920 in Old Knives, XX, and More. He also ... Read more

    $3.99 USD

  • Fiódor Dostoiévski - Volume 4

    Ao lado de Cervantes e Shakespeare, Dostoiévski é considerado um dos maiores escritores da literatura mundial. Nascido em Moscou em 1821, ficou órfão de mãe e, em seguida, de pai, ainda adolescente. Teve uma vida atribulada, que incluiu luta em engajamento político, prisão com trabalhos forçados na Sibéria, suas frequentes dívidas com jogos. Faleceu em São Petersburgo em 1881. Fiódor Dostoiévski – ... Read more

    $18.37 USD

  • The Official Blackbook Price Guide to United States Coins 2014, 52nd Edition

    Forover fifty years, The Official Blackbook Price Guide to United States Coins has been the bestselling sourcebook for collectors. Filled with the most current values and the latest market reports, this updated edition has all the information you need to become a knowledgeable coin collector.Features Include:•Over 18,000 prices•Values for every U.S. coin ever minted•An updated market review that ... Read more

    $9.29 USD

  • Chasing Aphrodite

    The Hunt for Looted Antiquities at the World's Richest Museum

    In recent years, several of America’s leading art museums have voluntarily given up their finest pieces of classical art to the governments of Italy and Greece. The monetary value is estimated at over half a billion dollars. Why would they be moved to such unheard-of generosity?The answer lies at the Getty, one of the world’s richest and most troubled museums, and scandalous revelations that it ... Read more

    $17.29 USD

  • Victorian Secrets

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

    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

    $12.99 USD

  • Killer Stuff and Tons of Money

    An Insider's Look at the World of Flea Markets, Antiques, and Collecting

    One dealer's journey from the populist mayhem of flea markets to the rarefied realm of auctions reveals the rich, often outrageous subculture of antiques and collectibles.Millions of Americans are drawn to antiques and flea-market culture, whether as participants or as viewers of the perennially popular Antiques Roadshow or the recent hit American Pickers. This world has the air of a lottery: a ... Read more

    $5.69 USD

  • Carriage Terminology

    An Historical Dictionary

    This reference work is the definitive source for the terminology, nomenclature, and illustrative diagrams for all known carriage types of the Western world, as well as many of the better known vehicles of other areas. ... Read more

    $46.79 USD

  • Mahjong

    A Chinese Game and the Making of Modern American Culture

    How has a game brought together Americans and defined separate ethnic communities? This book tells the first history of mahjong and its meaning in American culture. Click-click-click. The sound of mahjong tiles connects American expatriates in Shanghai, Jazz Age white Americans, urban Chinese Americans in the 1930s, incarcerated Japanese Americans in wartime, Jewish American suburban mothers, and ... Read more

    $25.69 USD

  • Warman's Depression Glass

    Identification and Price Guide

    by Ellen Schroy ...
    Once an inexpensive gift often given away, Depression glass is one of today's most sought after collectible. This essential guide gives collectors current market values for more than 10,000 items that often carry sentimental, as well as financial value.This comprehensive guide delivers double the photos as previous editions and the most specific identification process of any guide on the market ... Read more

    $5.89 USD

  • Antique Marks

    by Collins ...
    This handy guide to identifying and interpreting gold, silver, platinum and ceramic marks includes all hallmarks from 1544. Details of the new hallmarking system, international marks and guides to the great makers are all included.Do you attend car boot sales or browse in antique shops in search of bargains? Have you ever wished you knew more about grandma’s silver spoons? Do you envy the experts’ ... Read more

    $5.09 USD

  • The Official Blackbook Price Guide to United States Coins 2013, 51st Edition

    Forover fifty years, The Official Blackbook Price Guide to United States Coins 2013 has been the bestselling sourcebook for collectors. Reflecting the current skyrocketing prices of gold and silver, this guide has all the information you need to become a knowledgeable coin collector.Features include:•Over 18,000 prices•Values for every U.S. coin ever minted•An updated market review that traces ... Read more

    $9.29 USD

  • Beginners Guide to Real Estate Photography

    Series Book 1 - Beginners Guide to Photography Book Series
    Best Selling Author and award winning Australian based photographer, Steve Rutherford shares his knowledge and expertise in this easy step by step instructional book. "Beginners Guide To Real Esatet Photography" the latest book in the Best Selling "Beginners Guide to Photography" book series.If you are just starting out in photography. Or you are a Real Estate Agent, Property Manager, Architect, ... Read more

    $5.39 USD

  • The Archers: The Ambridge Chronicles

    Moments that made the nation's favourite radio drama

    The Archers, like life, is made of moments: marriages and births, loves and losses, triumphs and disasters. It has been the soundtrack of our lives for over six decades, from stooking corn with Dan Archer in the 1950s to the tragic death of Nigel Pargetter in 2011.We know the characters of Ambridge - from much-loved Phil and Jill Archer and the irrepressible Grundys to wayward Brian Aldridge - ... Read more

    $5.99 USD

  • Old Fishing Lures & Tackle

    Identification and Value Guide

    "The long-awaited 8th edition of Old Fishing Lures & Tackle -"the bible for lures collectors"- has been thoroughly updated, combining the time-honored research of the late Carl F. Luckey with essential updates from author Russell E. Lewis. It now features:• More than 2,000 photos include hundreds of new lures.• Among the 5,000 listings is fresh information on related categories like rods, reels, ... Read more

    $12.79 USD

  • Haematology Made Easy

    by Adias, Erhabor ...
    This basic text is intended to trigger the interest of students as well as optimise the training and practice of Haematology in developing countries particularly in sub- Saharan Africa. It is aimed at improving the knowledge and skills of allied medical and medical students and other healthcare professionals involved in the management of haematological diseases, empowering them to offer the best ... Read more

    $4.99 USD

  • The Official Blackbook Price Guide to United States Coins 2015, 53rd Edition

    Forover fifty years, The Official Blackbook Price Guide to United States Coins has been the bestselling sourcebook for collectors. Filled with the most current values and the latest market reports, this updated edition has all the information you need to become a knowledgeable coin collector.Features Include:• Over 18,000 prices• Values for every U.S. coin ever minted• An updated market review ... Read more

    $9.29 USD

  • How To Draw Manga For Beginners

    Your Step By Step Guide To Drawing Manga For Beginners

    This book is a step-by-step guide on how to draw manga quickly and easy. If you want to learn the easiest and simplest way, you found the right place.Now you can become a better manga artist by getting this step-by-step guide. In this book you will discover how to draw all types of manga and what procedures to use.• You don’t need to take expensive art classes in order to draw manga the right way. ... Read more

    $9.99 USD

  • Pistols and Revolvers

    From 1400 to the Present Day

    Series series Collectors Guides
    Matchlock, wheel lock, flintlock and caplock; .44 or 9mm; revolver and automatic – the history of pistols and revolvers is a fascinating journey through the development of hand-held firearms technology.From early hand cannon of the late 14th century to the latest automatics and machine pistols, Collector’s Guides: Pistols & Revolvers traces the development of these small arms as they evolved over ... Read more

    $8.69 USD

  • Strike It Rich with Pocket Change

    Error Coins Bring Big Money

    In the authors' own words, this new edition of Strike It Rich with Pocket Change, dispels the myths of error coins and assists you in discovering, marketing, and researching rare coins that you can find in your pocket change.More than 350 close-up illustrations, key identifying details and current market values help you decipher the difference between proper and error issues and varying types of ... Read more

    $12.69 USD

  • How To Draw Shojo Manga

    Your Step By Step Guide To Drawing Shojo Manga - Volume 1

    How to Draw Shojo Manga (Volume 1) by Christy Peraja is a step-by-step practical drawing course that will guide you in learning how to draw girl manga characters in a quick and easy way.This book has detailed step-by-step guidelines in drawing girl manga characters and a many helpful tips and tutorials.Become a better manga artist by getting this easy step-by-step tutorial and check out different ... Read more

    $9.99 USD

  • American Farm Collectibles

    Identification and Price Guide

    Steeped in the tradition of hard work, American nostalgia, and a simpler way of life, this book contains fascinating and informative details for anyone who farms, grew up on a farm, or finds farm collectibles fascinating. This latest edition of American Farm Collectibles captures the essence of the family farm in 1,000 photos, expertly researched pricing, and details that represent farming's role ... Read more

    $11.69 USD

  • Picker's Pocket Guide - Toys

    How to Pick Antiques Like a Pro

    by Eric Bradley ...
    Welcome to Toyland!Whether it's a rare three-wheeled motorcycle that sold for $23,000 or an unopened LEGO set of the Millennium Falcon that can go for as much as $4,500, toy-box treasures are out there waiting to be found. Discover for yourself what veteran collectors know with this hands-on, how-to guide to picking toys, the No. 1 collecting category. Learn what seasoned collectors look for and ... Read more

    $10.39 USD

  • An Illustrated Guide To Gas Pumps

    Identification And Price Guide

    by Jack Sim ...
    With 2,000 gas pumps, including many never-before-seen illustrations and secondary market pricing, featured in a clear and concise format, there's no doubt why An Illustrated Guide to Gas Pumps, 2nd Edition is the top choice for anyone with an appreciation for petroliana.Listed alphabetically by manufacturer, this new edition covers 100 years of pumps through detailed listings including production ... Read more

    $12.79 USD

  • Antiques 101

    A Crash Course in Everything Antique

    An inroductory guide to antique styles, history, and designsNot sure how to tell Chippendale from Queen Anne, or Art Deco from Art Nouveau? Learn the easy way with Frank Farmer Loomis IV, an appraiser and lifelong antiquer. If you're looking for clear, simple explanations rather than unpronounceable terms like corbeille a fleurs (flower basket) or sang de boeuf (red glaze), you've come to the ... Read more

    $7.99 USD