Corgi Toys
- 224 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Every model of Corgi toy is shown in 128 color group photos with the history supplemented by detailed descriptions of all the models and their known variations. Includes up-to-date price guide.
Schiffer Book for CollectorsSeries
This series serves as an invaluable resource for collectors and history enthusiasts alike. Each volume delves deeply into the specifics of collectible items, tracing their origins and cultural significance. It provides detailed insights into the world of collecting, perfect for those looking to expand their knowledge or start their own collections. This is an essential guide for anyone with an appreciation for history and artistry.
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English Precision Pendulum Clocks
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Focusing on the evolution of precision timekeeping in England from 1720 onwards, this book highlights the contributions of notable 18th-century horologists such as Shelton, Ellicott, and Arnold. It details their advancements in pendulum clocks and the design evolution from Georgian to Victorian styles. Over 700 photographs and illustrations enhance the narrative, showcasing the historical significance of these timepieces in shaping everyday life, supporting the industrial revolution, and standardizing train schedules.
The lively and innovative jewelry of this era is presented in thousands of examples, including costume and semi-precious pieces with identifying text. This second edition includes many new pieces along with current market values. Organized by styles and materials, the book presents rhinestones to pearls, plastics, and various metals to aid collectors and dealers in identifying their items. Also, period advertising features the jewelry and adds a graphic sense of the clothing styles with which the jewelry was originally worn.
Displayed in 900 beautiful color images are the Fenton Art Glass special order items produced from 1980 to today, ranging from baskets and chop plates to rose bowls and vases. These dazzling, much-coveted items were made-to-order for various companies, collectors' clubs, and individual customers. The company orders from Aladdin(TM), Anheuser-Busch(TM), Lenox(TM), and QVC(TM) are featured. The text includes brief histories of the ordering companies, clubs, and individuals, Fenton logos used, a glossary of terms, a detailed bibliography, and values in the captions. For those who seek Fenton's popular glass, this book is an essential reference.
200 Years of American Manufactured Jewelry & Accessories
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Focusing on the rich history of American jewelry manufacture from the late 18th century to the 1960s, this book showcases a diverse array of items, including buttons, cufflinks, and purses, all illustrated with over 300 color photographs. It highlights the craftsmanship and quality that established American jewelry as a global leader, particularly centered in Attleboro, Massachusetts. Additionally, it provides valuable insights into the manufacturers and designers of the era, making it an essential resource for collectors and enthusiasts of fine jewelry and design history.
Aurora Slot Cars
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Aurora slot cars are legendary. These tiny racing cars captured and held the imagination of American kids for over a decade and their unparalleled popularity made them coveted Christmas presents between 1960 and 1977. Aurora slot car races were staged everywhere, from home basements to the Johnny Carson show! Relive those competitive days with this exciting book filled with hundreds of photos of slot cars plus engaging text and background information. Here are Thunderjets, AFX Flamethrowers, Dragsters, Super Speedsters, and more, reproduced in 1/24, 1/25, 1/32, and 1/48 scale. The informative text provides readers with the Aurora company history, and detailed information on colors, model variations, and prices. An extensive price list and photo cross-reference index is included. Learn to recognize them, then collect them all!