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American Pickers Guide to Picking
ISBN: 9781401324483 / Angielski / Twarda / 224 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A true adventure story and the go-to guide for "picking" American treasures from anyone's backyard, straight from the stars of History's American Pickers
In these pages, professional treasure hunters Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz chronicle their road trips across the American countryside in search of "rusty gold" to buy and sell among the picking world's one-of-a-kind characters. Whether you are a fan of the show or just like finding hidden riches, you will love seeing what Wolfe and Fritz dig up and enjoy meeting the devoted collectors, extreme stockpilers, and... A true adventure story and the go-to guide for "picking" American treasures from anyone's backyard, straight from the stars of History's Am...
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The Toothpick and its History
ISBN: 9781456494179 / Angielski / Miękka / 58 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The toothpick and its history. A cultural-historical and arts and crafts study. The English translation of the original 1913 monograph in German by Dr. Hans Sachs. With 86 illustrations within the text and a color picture
The toothpick and its history. A cultural-historical and arts and crafts study. The English translation of the original 1913 monograph in German by Dr...
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141,61 |
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Astronomical Symbols on Ancient and Medieval Coins
ISBN: 9780786469154 / Angielski / Miękka / 232 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The coins of ancient and medieval Europe provide unique insights into the economic and political history of their period. In a time when few members of the population could read or write, the symbols depicted on coins offered a medium for communication, propaganda, and historical archiving. This work hypothesizes that astronomical symbols on ancient and medieval coins were often used as a way to record actual celestial events. The author provides more than 550 figures and line drawings of coins, maps, and astronomical events to illustrate this hypothesis. In addition, several appendices...
The coins of ancient and medieval Europe provide unique insights into the economic and political history of their period. In a time when few members o...
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167,87 |
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The Collector's Guide to the School Strap: Second Edition
ISBN: 9781460976425 / Angielski / Miękka / 210 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This updated reference is a specific resource illustrating genuine punishment straps formerly used in school settings. The countries covered include Scotland, England, Ireland, Canada, Australia and others. Over 115 authentic examples are featured through 400 colour illustrations. The emphasis is on auction prices realised, dealer estimates, specifications, maker history, regulatory background and former practices employed. While mainly geared to collectors; this guide can be of broader interest to historians and readers with a general interest in the genre of corporal punishment and...
This updated reference is a specific resource illustrating genuine punishment straps formerly used in school settings. The countries covered include S...
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198,26 |
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The Fine Art of Collecting and Displaying Petroliana
ISBN: 9781463711528 / Angielski / Miękka / 140 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This book of Petroliana collectables has been written with everyone in mind from the novice collector, just getting started, all the way to the seasoned collector with hundreds of items already in his/her repertoire. This book can help those new to the hobby by giving them and idea of what is actually out there, how to identify their items, and how much they are worth. On the other end of the spectrum, I believe that for advanced collectors, they can use this book to refine their collecting skills. They can get a better idea of how to rate items and how condition and rarity can greatly affect...
This book of Petroliana collectables has been written with everyone in mind from the novice collector, just getting started, all the way to the season...
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121,39 |
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ANTIQUE or Shabby Chic? Appraise & Sell Like a Pro!
ISBN: 9781463790226 / Angielski / Miękka / 70 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. NEW Second Revised Edition This Kindle best seller is bigger and better than ever In one concise volume, you'll learn how to appraise and sell antiques, collectibles and heirlooms using the same tools the pros use. What is it? What's it Worth? How do you Sell it? Secrets to using the internet to help you identify, appraise and sell twelve new pages on pricing, merchandising and marketing to sell more in your store or online. Inside: How to sell on eBay and Craigslist, how to use PayPal, how to smart search, selling silver for scrap, silver marks, appraising fine art, steering... NEW Second Revised Edition This Kindle best seller is bigger and better than ever In one concise volume, you'll learn how to appraise and sell an... |
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40,26 |
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A Survey of Visitors to the British Museum (1982-1983)
ISBN: 9780861590643 / Angielski / Miękka / 60 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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24,49 |
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Old-Time Camp Stoves and Fireplaces
ISBN: 9780486490205 / Angielski / Miękka / 91 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Created during the Great Depression by the U.S. Forest Service, this guide was designed to provide environmental safety and maintenance advice for visitors to national forests and parks. Loaded with finely crafted drawings and plans for outdoor stoves and fireplaces, this manual offers a window into a bygone era of handyman activity as well as a wealth of still-useful information for building barbecue pits, chimneys, warming units, and other outdoor heating sources.
Coverage includes considerations of general design problems and their solutions; discussion of detailed designs, from... Created during the Great Depression by the U.S. Forest Service, this guide was designed to provide environmental safety and maintenance advice for vis...
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49,91 |
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Digging for Treasure: A Guide to Finding Valuable Victorian Rubbish Dumps
ISBN: 9781479714766 / Angielski / Miękka / 84 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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64,70 |
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In Good Hands: 250 Years of Craftsmanship at Swaine Adeney Brigg
ISBN: 9781898565093 / Angielski / Twarda / 160 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The first to tell the full story of Swaine Adeney Brigg, the makers of luxury leather goods and umbrellas, this book presents a wealth of items: Brigg umbrellas and walking sticks; Swaine & Adeney whips; Kohler hunting horns; Pendragon travel goods; and Herbert Johnson hats.
The first to tell the full story of Swaine Adeney Brigg, the makers of luxury leather goods and umbrellas, this book presents a wealth of items: Brigg...
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239,04 |
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The Life of a Morris Minor Named Moggy: His Restoration (Resurrection) in England and Down Under on Emigration to Australia & Back
ISBN: 9781481781268 / Angielski / Miękka / 160 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This is the story of a Morris Minor 1000 Saloon. The date of its first registration was April 24, 1964, and its engine cylinder capacity is 1,098. It is now classed as a historical vehicle. The first owner was a Mr. Ernest Griffiths or Ernie as he was called, who was my dad's brother. Sadly, Ernie died on March 28, 1982, and Moggy was left in his will to his son, John Griffiths. Sadly, John Griffiths died on October 19, 2005, and his wife, Teresa Griffiths, left it in my care, giving it to me after John's funeral. This was on a promise that I would look after it and keep it in the family....
This is the story of a Morris Minor 1000 Saloon. The date of its first registration was April 24, 1964, and its engine cylinder capacity is 1,098. It ...
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American Scissors and Shears: An Antique and Vintage Collectors' Guide
ISBN: 9781612332512 / Angielski / Miękka / 310 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. American Scissors and Shears provides an historical overview of more than 100 companies and individuals involved in producing scissors and shears in the United States from the mid-1800s to approximately 1930. Accompanying and enhancing the text are hundreds of photographs, advertisements, and patents of the many varieties of antique and vintage scissors produced during this time period. The book will prove invaluable to tool collectors, cutlery collectors (including knives and scissors), sewing enthusiasts, history buffs in general, and to those interested in early American industries. Some...
American Scissors and Shears provides an historical overview of more than 100 companies and individuals involved in producing scissors and shears in t...
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Old Letter Boxes
ISBN: 9780747804468 / Angielski / Miękka / 40 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Pillar boxes were first introduced into Britain at the instigation of novelist and Post Office Surveyor Anthony Trollope. Nowadays the red postbox is a familiar sight in any city street or country lane. Because of their sturdy cast-iron construction British letter boxes are very durable, and examples of virtually every type from Queen Victoria's reign onwards can still be found. Pillar boxes, wall boxes of various kinds, lamp boxes and other non-standard specimens are included in this survey. It also describes and illustrates some of those from the Channel Islands, where pillar boxes were...
Pillar boxes were first introduced into Britain at the instigation of novelist and Post Office Surveyor Anthony Trollope. Nowadays the red postbox is ...
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36,04 |
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Antiquing for Dummies
ISBN: 9780764551086 / Angielski / Miękka / 384 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. -This is a fun and painless way to give yourself a firm grounding in the wide wonderful world of antiques and collectibles.-
Kyle Husfloen, Managing Editor, Antique Trader Weekly and Antique Trader's Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide Do you love to poke around estate sales and antique shops, but can't tell the difference between Queen Anne and Queen Victoria furniture? Do you dream of owning that old Oriental rug or Meissen figurine -- but worry that the dealer might gouge you on the price? Do you own pieces you think might be valuable -- but don't know where to go... -This is a fun and painless way to give yourself a firm grounding in the wide wonderful world of antiques and collectibles.-
Kyle Husfloen, Mana... |
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How to Deal in Antiques
ISBN: 9781845284565 / Angielski / Miękka / 313 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Whether you want to find the best bargains when buying antiques and collectables as a hobby, or whether you want to turn your interest in antiques into an extra income stream or full-time career, this book will help you make better deals and maximise your profits. You'll discover: - what to buy and sell - where to buy and how to get bigger discounts - where and how to sell - using the internet for both buying and selling Antiques expert, Fiona Shoop, highlights the tricks of the trade to help you avoid making common but costly mistakes - and ensure that you get the best out of the antiques... Whether you want to find the best bargains when buying antiques and collectables as a hobby, or whether you want to turn your interest in antiques ... |
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133,20 |
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Guide to Starting a Successful Antiques Business: Sage Advice from My Years in the Antiques Business
ISBN: 9781532856631 / Angielski / Miękka / 68 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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68,59 |
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The Pinball Price Guide, Ninth Edition
ISBN: 9780615731537 / Angielski / Miękka / 200 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Continuing the tradition of pinball collecting, The Pinball Price Guide, Ninth Edition by Pinballeric(TM) is the ideal reference for anyone-collector, buyer, or seller-trying to determine the current value and fair price of a pinball machine. The Price Guide, which covers the price values of over 2000 collectible games produced for the U.S. market from 1931-2012, is unique in that it breaks down pricing into three classes (1-Best, 2-Good, 3-OK), determined by the condition of a game's backglass, playfield, and cabinet. In addition to pricing averages, the book lists the most collectible games...
Continuing the tradition of pinball collecting, The Pinball Price Guide, Ninth Edition by Pinballeric(TM) is the ideal reference for anyone-collector,...
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Exotic Gems: Volume 3: How to Identify, Evaluate, Select & Care for Matrix Opal, Fire Agate, Blue Chalcedony, Rubellite, Indicolite, Paraiba & Other Tourmalines
ISBN: 9780929975481 / Angielski / Miękka / 136 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This is volume three in a series of books that explains with close-up photos the price factors and identifying traits of unusual gems. The stones are shown not only loose but also in jewellery, in the rough, under magnification and as beads. Fun facts, historical anecdotes, geographic sources, gem treatment information, cutting advice, gemstone lighting recommendations, and tips on gem care are included along with diagrams and tables to aid in identification and evaluation. If you are interested in matrix opal, fire agate, blue chalcedony, Paraiba tourmaline, rubellite or other tourmalines,...
This is volume three in a series of books that explains with close-up photos the price factors and identifying traits of unusual gems. The stones are ...
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105,63 |
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Allum's Antiques Almanac: An Annual Compendium of Stories and Facts from the World of Art and Antiques
ISBN: 9781848317345 / Angielski / Twarda / 256 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. From Antiques Roadshow UK specialist Marc Allum comes a new annual almanac that keeps you up-to-date with the stories, facts, and often-amusing idiosyncrasies of the ever-changing global art and antiques market. Allum's Antiques Almanac 2015 reveals such fascinating nuggets as:
From Antiques Roadshow UK specialist Marc Allum comes a new annual almanac that keeps you up-to-date with the stories, facts, and often-amus... |
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Collecting: An Unruly Passion: Psychological Perspectives
ISBN: 9780691604282 / Angielski / Miękka / 320 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. From rare books, valuable sculpture and paintings, the relics of saints, and porcelain and other precious items, through stamps, textiles, military ribbons, and shells, to baseball cards, teddy bears, and mugs, an amazing variety of objects have engaged and even obsessed collectors through the ages. With this captivating book the psychoanalyst Werner Muensterberger provides the first extensive psychological examination of the emotional sources of the never-ending longing for yet another collectible. Muensterberger's roster of driven acquisition-hunters includes the dedicated, the serious,... From rare books, valuable sculpture and paintings, the relics of saints, and porcelain and other precious items, through stamps, textiles, military... |
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235,10 |
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