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Detailed information describes the styles, shapes, colors, and crackling procedures that identify crackle glass and its makers, approximate dates of creation, and fair market value. The "Manufacturer's Identification" and "Most Collectible" guidelines found here make it easy to collect the most desirable pieces.

A detailed history of the development of fishing reel technology and fascinating stories of the notable manufacturers who produced them are related here. Fly casting, bait casting, spinning, and spin casting reels produced in America and Europe during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries are shown in over 180 fine photographs and drawings. Reels produced by famous manufacturers are shown, including J. C. Conroy and Company*TM, William Mills*...

Explore over half a century of colorful, innovative glassware. Crisp, clear photos of catalog pages and advertisements from Anchor Hocking present dinnerware, punch sets, giftware, salt and pepper shakers, bowls, and glasses. Established patterns and etched glassware are illustrated. Store displays and original catalog pricelists are also featured. The text includes useful information concerning resources available to collectors, a history of ...

This new book anticipates Virginias 400th anniversary in 2007 by presenting over 270 beautiful historic quilts and ephemera in over 430 color and vintage photographs. From quilted armor of the 17th century to crazy quilts of the 19th century, these personal family and museum treasures include homespun work of slaves and fancy work of freed women and First Ladies. The eight Virginia-born U.S. presidents are each represented here, with work from...

Not just another pretty coffee table book, this information packed reference work will help you define South Beach, Florida It is a step-by-step guide to this unique architectural and cultural wonder. Besides a variety of walking tours of the Art Deco architecture, this rich guidebook offers insight into the tempo, culture, and the habits of some very unusual daily (and nightly) South Beach customs. Whether you're a visitor, a resident, or thi...

The patterns of the Southwest have delighted tourists and art lovers for hundreds of years. Pam Gresham incorporates them into the art of chip carving, a marriage that works beautifully! Here are many patterns and ideas, and the techniques of layout and execution. Each step is illustrated with a color photograph, every project has accurate drawings. A gallery gives the carver some idea of the limitless possibilities.

Texaco filling stations, products, giveaways, sales promotional toys, signs, banners, uniforms, and equipment are presented in color photos and text. Historical black and white photos of vintage Texaco stations, as well as early airplanes and ships from the extensive Texaco fleet are also included.

Match holders, including table and pocket models, are explored in detail. The historical influences, patents, marks and photos shed light on the developments of match holders from the 1850s onward. A wide variety of match holders are depicted including pocket, "candle-in-a-box, " stand-alone and wall hanging models. Discussions of major manufacturers and values included.

Transform common sugar pine blanks into Christmas figures. With step-by-step color photographs, Kelley Stadelman carves a rotund Santa and stately tree. A gallery shows other possibilities that can be carved from the turned blanks.

Production pottery, the factory-made and hand-decorated wares of the mid-20th century, including Homer Laughlin's Fiesta, Russel Wright, Glidden, Cowan, Sascha Brastoff and more. Color photos of the wares, details and maker's marks together with essays on the companies and designers, plus a bibliography and price guide.

A guide to the current prices of Sandwich Glass, keyed to all five volumes of Kaiser and Barlow's The Glass Industry in Sandwich.

America's pastime has generated some wonderful, highly sought after antiques and collectibles. Over a thousand of the finest examples from the 19th and 20th century are presented here in full color. They include ephemera, uniforms, autographs, advertising, souvenirs, equipment, and much more. All are concisely described and set within the historical context of the game. A current value guide is provided.

Tom leads the carver through the process of creating a beautiful Santa ornament for the tree or to be displayed on a stand. A basic understanding of carving techniques is all that is needed to follow these fully-illustrated step-by-step instructions.

The entire Stangl Birds of America series, 60 examples of Pennsbury birds, and the little known but desirable Stangl animal figures in beautiful color photos. This user-friendly book lists the Stangl birds by model number and includes an alphabetical name index for complete and easy cross referencing plus close-up photos of marks.

Over 800 color photographs and identifications display old, original containers for oysters sold throughout the world: oyster cans, oyster jugs, and oyster bottles. The text provides wonderful details and anecdotes about the history of the oyster industry in Europe and America.

The decoy and waterfowling history of this important region along the south Atlantic coast is thoroughly presented in this comprehensive study. The book fully covers all of the major makers of decoys in the eastern shore of Virginia and the coast of North Carolina as well as makers from other areas whose decoys were used there.

Mementos of the past 95 years of motorcycling displayed and discussed, from advertising art and photos to dealer jewelry and motorcycle toys. Collectibles from legendary companies Harley Davidson and Indian abound. Color photos present the range of materials available to everyone who hears the call of the open road.

Covers the various types of motorcycles used by the Wehrmacht during WWII.

Sherwoods was one of the largest manufacturers of lighting devices in the early 20th century. Here are all forms of illumination devices then available for sale. Oil burning and electrically powered table and floor lamps, chandeliers, sconces, and lanterns are shown in vast numbers.

The popular realm of hunting-related collectibles is presented with over 440 color photos and an informative text. The carefully chosen antiques include old shells, shell boxes, decoys, advertising signs, books, prints, traps, licenses, and more. Each is completely described and a rarity guide helps the collector to determine its relative value.