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Reproduction of the original: Chats on Old Copper and Brass by Fred W. Burgess

Reproduction of the original: Chats On Old Copper and Brass by Fred W. Burgess

Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve ...

Excerpt from Chats on Household CuriosThe story of domestic curios is made the more useful by these illustrations, and also by references to well-known collections. There is much to admire in the once common objects of the home, now curios, and it is in the hope that some may be led to appreciate more the antiques with which they are familiar that these pages have been penned. If that is achieved my object will have been accomplished.About the...

Excerpt from Antique Jewellery and TrinketsCareful examination of museum exhibits, the varied assortment of antique jewels in dealers' stocks, and those that have fallen under the hammer from time to time, has enabled me to gather much useful information about these curios so varied, the work of man in past ages and of almost every civilised nation in more recent times.About the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare ...

Antique Jewellery and Trinkets" is a fantastic guide to the history of jewellery and related crafts, exploring the development and variety of jewellery throughout the ages. This vintage book is ideal for those looking for an introduction to antique jewellery, and it would make for a fantastic addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: "In The Beginning", "Gold, Silver and Other Metals", "The Jeweller's Art", "Craftsmanshi...

This antiquarian volume contains a concise yet detailed introduction to antique household clocks, with information on the inner workings and machinations of clocks, their external and decorative characteristics, and more. Written in clear, plain language and profusely illustrated, this handy little guide is ideal for those with little previous knowledge of the subject, and it would make for a great addition to collections of allied literature....

This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This w...

Excerpt from Chats on Household Curios There is a peculiar charm about the relics found in an old home - a home from which many generations of fledglings have flown. As each milestone in family history is passed some once common object of use or ornament is dropped by the way. Such interesting mementoes of past generations accumulate, and in course of time the older ones become curios. It is to create greater interest in these old-world odds...

Excerpt from Antique Jewellery and Trinkets Careful examination of museum exhibits, the varied assortment of antique jewels in dealers' stocks, and those that have fallen under the hammer from time to time, has enabled me to gather much useful information about these curios so varied, the work of man in past ages and of almost every civilised nation in more recent times. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of...

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Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.