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Ables, Tom THE STORY OF BUCK KNIVES . .. a Family Business
El Cajon, CA Buck Knives, Inc. 1991 B002GKR1N6 First Edition Hardcover Fine in Very Good+ dust jacket
HC/DJ - fine/VG+. Large hardcover in excellent condition, clean and unmarked. Jacket has light scuffing, light edgewear and a few small closed tears to upper edge, not clipped. "The story of Buck Knives carries the flavor of classic Americana, and this book attempts to capture the true feeling of this unique family business....For those who are true knife buffs, the story of the development and perfection of arguably the most famous knife - Buck's Model 110 Folding Hunter - is unfolded in detail. How it came about and how it truly revolutionized the knife business...." (from the front flap) ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; (*Note: due to heavy weight, extra postage will be required to most locations) [1015]
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45.00 USD
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Augustyniak, Michael THE BARBIE DOLL BOOM Identification & Values
KY Collector Books 1996 0891456864 / 9780891456865 First Edition Softcover Good
Retired library book with sturdy laminated cover & usual lib markings. . Light edge & corner wear, a little wear to laminate around edges, light soiling outer edge of pages and small stain to upper edge (coffee? ) which also affects very top edge of pages. Internal pages very good. Again, a small. Coffee stain to upper corners affects first few pages, and a little soiling inside back cover. Pages otherwise clean, one page has a taped edge tear. Description: . Just looking at all these gorgeous Barbie dolls is a joy. You don't have to own them all (even if you'd like to) : this book is made for looking and admiring. Augustyniak does all the identification and values information and thius book included 1986-1995 Barbie & Friends Store Exclusives, Collector Series, Porcelains, Festival Dolls, Foreign and Bob Mackie dolls. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall
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12.00 USD
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Bagdade, Susan & Al Bagdade Warman's American Pottery & Porcelain 2nd Edition
Krause Publications 2000 0873418220 / 9780873418225 First Edition Softcover Very Good
Ex-library book, but still in very good condition. Sturdy laminated cover and usual ex-lib type markings. Pages are clean and tight, a little edgewear/scuffing to laminate on cover. Illustrated in colour & b/w. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 304 pages; The only book of its kind, Warmans American Pottery and Porcelain profiles nearly 150 potteries and their wares, categorized by art pottery, dinnerware, general, and utilitarian. Potteries are arranged alphabetically and each includes a history, dates of operation, references, museums and up-to-the-minute pricesnearly 12,000 new listings in all. More than 200 black and white photos and 260 manufacturers marks take the guesswork out of identifying pieces from American potteries. From the authors of Warmans English Continental Pottery and Porcelain, this new edition features new categories including, advertising and souvenir pieces, American Bisque Co. , Autumn Leaf, Sascha Brastoff, Camark, Kay Finch and Morton Pottery. Featured art potteries include Arequipa, Roseville, Van Briggle; dinnerware manufacturers such as Knowles, Laughlin and Metlox; and general manufacturers such as Abingdon, Frankoma, and Vernon Kilns. Nearly 12,000 price listings. [775]
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Bartholomew, Charles MECHANISCH SPEELGOED (MECHANICAL TOYS) Dutch Language Text
ICOB - Hamlyn Publishing 1979 9061130700 / 9789061130703 First Edition Hardcover Very Good+ in Very Good dust jacket
Text is in Dutch. Hardcover is clean & tight, fading around edges & very light edgewear. Pages are unmarked, a little age tanning to edges. Jacket has light edgewear, age tanning & several small edge tears, light soiling. "In dit boek wordt de ontwikkeling gevolgd vanaf de oudste bewaard gebleven curiosa, die even geheimzinnig als uniel waren, tot het tegenwoordige speelgoed dat in talloze identieke exemplaren wordt geproduceered. Deze rijk geillustreerde historische beschrijving toont hoe de mens trachtte natuurwetenschappelijke kennis te benutten om op speelse wijze aan de wereld om hem heen gestalte to geven. " (*Note - due to heavy weight, extra postage will be required) ; 4to 11" - 13" tall
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20.00 USD
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Blakemore, Frances JAPANESE DESIGN, THROUGH TEXTILE PATTERNS
New York & Tokyo Weatherhill 1978 0834801329 / 9780834801325 First Edition Softcover Very Good+ Signed by Author
Signed by author on title page. Previous owner also signed the top edge of title page. 272 pages. Light edge & corner wear, back top corner has been clipped, light soiling to rear cover. Interior clean & unmarked other than signatures on title page. Top edge of first few pages is very slightly wrinkled. B/w illustrations throughout. "A new approach to the principles of Japanese design as found in the strikingly handsome stencils used in dyeing Japanese kimonos; a revealing study of an often overlooked facet of Japanese design genius and artistic dexterity - the 'katagami' or handmade textile stencil. ; 8vo; Over 250 pages of sheer graphic delight with reproductions of 198 outstanding stencil patterns, 50 photos of traditional woodblock prints showing the patterns in use, notes interpreting and commenting on each pattern, and an informative introduction...Themes are divided into the following chapters: sky related patterns, water related patterns, abstract patterns, flower patterns, tree and leaf patterns, garden related patterns, and chrysanthemum patterns. ; Signed by Author
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24.95 USD
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Brenner, Robert DEPRESSION GLASS FOR COLLECTORS
Schiffer Publishing 1998 0764306707 / 9780764306709 First Edition Hardcover Very Good
Schiffer 1998 edition, hardcover, no jacket as issued. This is an ex-library book, but still in very good condition. Spine sticker, upper edge stamp and a couple of ex-lib stickers at rear. Pages clean and tight, profusely illustrated in colour. Cover has some scuffing, light wear at corners and a small taped tear to upper spine. Contents: History of Depression Glass Era, brief histories of major Depression glass manufacters and then the various types of glassware. Hundreds of colour photos. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 176 pages; (*Note - due to heavy weight, extra shipping will apply to most locations) [984]
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19.95 USD
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Callow, Diana & John Callow BESWICK POTTERY (2ND EDITION) The Charlton Standard Catalogue, Millennium Edition
Charlton Press 1999 0889682194 / 9780889682191 First Edition Softcover Very Good-
Millennium edition. Ex-library book, but still in quite nice condition - laminated cover and usual ex-lib type of markings. Pages are clean and tight other than light edge stain affecting bottom edge of first approx. 5 pages and last 2 pages. Light soiling outer edge of pages. Cover has light wear at spine ends and corners. Colour & b/w photos. 504 pages. ; Large 8vo 9" - 10" tall; 504 pages; Interested in Beswick Ashtrays, CM Series, Jugs, Vases, Lamps CottageWare or Tableware? Over 1,000 illustrations accompany the listings of Beswick decorative ware from 1894 to 1973 in this informative guide. [825]
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Cross, W. K. THE 2004 CHARLTON COIN GUIDE 43rd Edition
Charlton Press 2004 B00494LJ8K First Edition Softcover Very Good
43rd edition. ISBN: 0889682410. Ex-library book, but still in very good condition - sturdy laminated cover and usual ex-lib type markings. Pages are clean and intact. Cover has light scuffing, very light corner wear. 136 pages. [195-osl]; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 136 pages
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8.50 USD
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Cushion, John ENGLISH PORCELAIN Letts Collectors' Guides
London Charles Letts Books 1982 085097349X / 9780850973495 Hardcover Very Good in Very Good dust jacket
Letts Collectors' Guides 1982. Ex-library book, but still in very good condition - laminated cover and usual ex-lib type markings. Light edgewear, a little moreso to corners, light scuffing and soiling. Interior clean other than light edge stain and earmark on first endpage. Light age tanning to pages. A history of the development of porcelain after its discovery in Britain in 1745. Traces influences and the subsequent development of individuality and skill in the English china makers up until the mid-19th century. ; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall; With Marks, Glossary, Bibliography and 62 colour plates with full descriptions. (428-osl)
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7.55 USD
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Dunaier, Gary STAMPS, THE BEGINNING COLLECTOR
Nyc B. Mitchell 1992 0886659604 / 9780886659608 First Edition Hardcover Very Good in Very Good dust jacket
Ex-library book, but still in very good condition. Pages very clean and snug in binding. Laminated cover and usual ex-lib type markings. Scuffing to laminate on jacket and light edge and corner wear. All aspects of stamps covered, from the history of stamps to the characteristics that make one stamp more valuable than the next. Learn about caring for your collection, negotiating sales and how to research the history of a stamp. Colour photos. [720]; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 120 pages
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9.95 USD
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Graham, R. J. Canadian Government Paper Money A Charlton Standard, 18th Edition 2006
Charlton Pr 2005 0889682992 / 9780889682993 First Edition Softcover Very Good
18th Edition 2006. Clean, tight condition. Spiralbound softcover. Ex-library book, but still in great shape, ex-lib markings minimal (no front sticker). Pages clean, light soiling outer edge of pages. Light scuffing & a little corner wear to covers. The Standard" - a reference for all Canadian Government Paper Money. Revised & updated. (445noto) ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 386 pages
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12.50 USD
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Hearn, John COLLECTOR'S ITEMS A Guide to Antique Hunting Across Canada
Toronto Van Nostrand Reinhold 1981 0442297017 / 9780442297015 First Edition Softcover Good
Scarce Title. Ex-library, with sturdy laminated cover and usual stamps & stickers. Moderate edgewear/scuffing/soiling to covers, interior pages clean & tight other than the occasional spot, light soiling outer edge of pages. A great many b/w photos/illustrations. 136 pages. Offers an introduction to some of the most appealing collector's items found in Canada: glassware, ceramics, metal goods, furniture, books, prints, maps, collectibles such as records and postcards, and much more. ; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" Tall
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Hosch, Charles R. OFFICIAL GUIDE TO WORLD PROOF COINS 2ND EDITION
House of Collectibles 1975 0876372590 / 9780876372593 Second Edition Softcover Very Good
1975 printing. 2nd edition. Cover has light edge and corner wear, a little edge rubbing, light soiling outer edge of pages, small edge stain at rear, price sticker on front. Pages are clean and intact. "Covers more than 540 proof sets & commemorative issues, descriptions of all designs, translations mottos & inscriptions, devices, effigies, coats of arms etc. "; 8vo
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Hutchins, Donna & Nigel THE MAPLE LEAF FOREVER A Celebration of Canadian Symbols
Boston Mills Press 2006 1550464744 / 9781550464740 First Edition Hardcover Fine in Very Good dust jacket
HC/DJ - fine/very good. Very nice condition. Hardcover is clean, tight and unmarked - fine other than a little bumping to corners. Jacket has scuffing, light edgewear, edge creasing/wrinkling and a couple small edge tears, not clipped. ; Folio 13" - 23" tall; "This beautifully illustrated large-format pictorial features perhaps the most amazing collection ever assembled of objects depicting Canada's three most enduring national symbols: the Mountie, the maple leaf and the beaver. Each is iconic, communicating "Canada" to people everywhere. Included are items as diverse as: A centuries-old fishing spear and a modern goalie's mask, Vintage toys and tacky taxidermy, War medals and Easter eggs, Comic books, quilts and museum artifacts. The uniquely Canadian products are accompanied by foreign manufactured tourist souvenirs. High art meets low kitsch. These are the things that define a nation beyond all politics, and this remarkable collection celebrates them all. It will be appreciated by collectors, antique hunters and lovers of Canadiana. " (*Due to heavy weight - approx 5 lbs wrapped - there will be additional shipping charges) [2,062]
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Joy, Edward FURNITURE, THE CONNOISSEUR ILLUSTRATED GUIDES
Hearst Books 1972 0878513000 / 9780878513000 First Edition Hardcover Good+
Ex-library book with laminated cover and usual ex-lib type markings, jacket attached to book. Good, sturdy copy. Cover has some scuffing and light edgewear. Pages all intact, occasional light soiling and a small amount of underlining/writing. Colour & b/w illus. Development of furniture in the western world. Covers: Gothic, Early Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo, Early Neo-classical, Later No-classical, Victorian & Modern (from 1500-modern day) (700); 8vo 8" - 9" tall
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