McCoy Pottery, Warman's Companion

by Mark F. Moran

Author	: Mark F. Moran
Publisher	: Penguin
Total Pages	: 309
Release	: 2009-04-02
Genre	: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN	: 144021929X

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This edition of McCoy contains essential identifying details and descriptions for everything from McCoy-made cookie jars and crocks to planters, vases and flower pots. The compact size provides access to facts and photos for inspection during auctions, shows, estate sales, flea markets, without being too cumbersome to tote. Inside the pages of this go-to-guide is an impressive collection of vibrant color photos, updated prices, makers marks, company history, and market trends.

World Coins & Currency, Warman's Companion

by Arlyn Sieber

Author	: Arlyn Sieber
Publisher	: Penguin
Total Pages	: 376
Release	: 2009-04-14
Genre	: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN	: 1440219311

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Access to coins and paper from around the world is at an all-time high, while prices continue to sit at higher than historical levels. With these factors working in tandem, capitalizing on opportunities, calls for insight on up-to-date information from a reliable source. With a blend of condition and grading details, updated values and full-color photos of Canadian, European, South African, African and Asians coins and paper money, this book is the perfect resource whether you're new to collecting or a seasoned collector looking for solid facts in a compact package.

U.S. Coins & Currency, Warman's Companion

by Allen G. Berman

Author	: Allen G. Berman
Publisher	: Penguin
Total Pages	: 352
Release	: 2009-07-08
Genre	: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN	: 1440219303

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This new edition of this coins and currency guide serves both experienced and entry-level collectors in your search for updated values and answers about U.S. coins and paper money. Written in a comfortable instructional tone, this book walks you through the evolution of U.S. money, spotting mint marks, and grading and handling coins; en-route to identifying and pricing all types of coins including State Quarters, new Nickels, gold coins, and paper money including treasury notes, silver certificates and demand notes, among others.

Warman's Modernism Furniture and Acessories

by Noah Fleisher

Author	: Noah Fleisher
Publisher	: Penguin
Total Pages	: 431
Release	: 2009-07-08
Genre	: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN	: 1440219354

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The cool designs, sleek lines and fashion-forward forms of the open and optimistic feel of the modernism furniture and design is as reflective of attitude as it is ingenuity. The enthusiasm and boundless hope of post-War 1950s America, not unlike our countryâ€™s current eagerness for a shot of optimism, is represented in the pages of this beautifully illustrated, inspiring, and informative book. Warmanâ€™s Modernism Furniture & Accessories features the furniture and designs that emerged during the prime of the movement, between 1945 and 1985. The collection of 1,000 rich and robust color photos, real-world auction prices and extensive descriptions make this a fundamental reference for anyone with an interest in modernism furniture.

Warman's Mccoy Pottery

by Mark F Moran

Author	: Mark F Moran
Publisher	: Krause Publications
Total Pages	: 256
Release	: 2008-04-14
Genre	: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN	: 9780896896239

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What began 160 years ago as one of the man's productions of utilitarian stoneware has become a passion of many collectors, just like you. &break;&break;This new edition features McCoy pottery including cookie cars, dinnerware, pedestals, Loy-Nel-Art, planters, vases and flower holders, among others. With more than 1,000 color photos, this edition features detailed descriptions, values, pages from vintage McCoy catalogs, historical data and a chapter outlining steps for spotting fakes and reproductions.

Roseville Pottery

by Mark F. Moran

Author	: Mark F. Moran
Publisher	: Krause Publications
Total Pages	: 272
Release	: 2006-03-16
Genre	: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN	: 9780896893054

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-Exciting new series from Warman's -- the champion of collectibles references -Rich earthy colors allow Roseville pieces to match almost any decorating pallet -Routinely featured at high-profile collectibles auctions This vibrant companion guide for collectors on the go is as informative as it is portable. Readers will find current prices and detailed descriptions to help them make savvy collecting decisions. Built on the success of the larger Warman's Roseville Pottery reference, this book: -Covers the intriguing evolution of Roseville, from humble beginnings to internationally recognized collectible category -Features authoritative pricing and 1,100 superb color photos useful in identifying and assessing collections, and wish list items -Teaches collectors how to spot Roseville fakes and forgeries in the marketplace, and avoid costly purchase errors Perfectly portable and priced right, Roseville Pottery, is the best companion collectors can have.

McCoy Pottery Wall Pockets & Decorations

by Craig Nissen

Author	: Craig Nissen
Publisher	:
Total Pages	: 0
Release	: 2003-08
Genre	: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN	: 9781574323597

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Featuring close to 450 full-color photographs, this book showcases over 300 individual wall pockets. Many non-production variations of glaze and cold paint detail appear in the book, as well as photographs of the backs of wall pocket designs for additional reference and identification. Complete information and photographs of 17 wall pockets that were never produced by the company is an added feature, and there are almost 70 original company catalog and pricing pages. All known reproductions and fakes are included. While only a small section is devoted in other books to this area of collecting, McCoy Wall Pockets & Decorations features them all.

Warman's Depression Glass

by Ellen Schroy

Author	: Ellen Schroy
Publisher	: Penguin
Total Pages	: 669
Release	: 2009-09-01
Genre	: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN	: 1440219338

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Once an inexpensive gift often given away, Depression glass is one of today's most sought after collectible. This essential guide gives collectors current market values for more than 10,000 items that often carry sentimental, as well as financial value. This comprehensive guide delivers double the photos as previous editions, as the most specific identification process of any guide on the market today. In this book, expert and beginning glass collectors will find: • 1,000 detailed color photos and lien drawings of 170 patterns help with identification and pattern recognition • Background information to help collectors to savvy sellers and buyers in the more than 7,000 daily eBay auctions devoted to Depression glass • A library showcasing the evolution of plate shapes over the years

Warman's Hull Pottery

by David Doyle

Author	: David Doyle
Publisher	: Krause Publications
Total Pages	: 256
Release	: 2006-09-27
Genre	: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN	: 9780896893672

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This indispensable resource aids beginning and advanced collectors in pricing and identifying more than 80 years of Hull Pottery. Whether it's the Little Red Riding Hood line of kitchenware or the ultra-popular Hull planters of the 1970s that inspire collectors, this dynamic guide is a must have. This book: &break;&break;Features detailed descriptions with dimensions, dates of manufacture and up-to-date values to help collectors stay current&break; &break;Includes more than 1,000 color photos, making this extremely visible guide a beautiful and informative resource &break;&break;Provides reliable information to help collectors avoid losing money on fakes and forgeries &break;&break;More than just another price guide, this portable reference helps collectors expand their knowledge of Hull Pottery.