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"From veteran true crime master Harold Schechter comes Murderabilia, a history of crime told through the dark objects left behind. The false teeth of a female serial killer from 1908, the cut-and-paste confession of the Black Dahlia killer, the newly cracked cipher of the Zodiac killer, the shotgun used in the Clutter family murders, which were made famous by Truman Capote's true crime classic In Cold Blood--these are more than simple artifacts that...
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DK Publishing, Inc
Pub. Date
2006, ©2005
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English
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A handbook for collectors contains up-to-date valuations of objects based on real prices from dealers, looks at collectibles and designers from a historical and cultural context, and offers practical advice on how to identify, value, and determine whether or not to buy, keep, or sell.
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When it's time for a move to a retirement home, a smaller home, or there's a death in the family, how should you manage a lifetime of family heirlooms and cherished possessions? Should that old chest go to the rummage sale, or is it a rare antique? What
about jewelry, coins, stamp collections, china, silver, glass, memorabilia, baseball cards and toys? Are they valuable? How can we tell? Who will buy them? What are they really worth?
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about jewelry, coins, stamp collections, china, silver, glass, memorabilia, baseball cards and toys? Are they valuable? How can we tell? Who will buy them? What are they really worth?
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Whether readers are dumpster divers, estate sale addicts or modern archaeologists, this easy-to-use and informative guide to "picking" is guaranteed to improve their antiquing skills. The Picker's Bible provides great tips on where and how to find antiques for the best price. A fun and quick read, the book explains the ins and outs of negotiating price, things to avoid, secrets to success, and how to do it all better than the other guy.
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Conjuring up the festival atmosphere of those days when we never had it so good, Miller's Collecting the 1950s is filled with period classics, ranging from the finest designer creations to the ultimate in chainstore kitsch, from objects worth thousands of dollars to neglected treasures that can still be picked up for under $10. It contains all the essential information a budding collector needs and there is a price guide for every item shown. The...
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An all-access pass to America's first (and favorite) reality television program -- boasting over ten million viewers each week -- Antiques Roadshow!
If you're a fan of PBS's top-rated Antiques Roadshow, you've probably wondered -- what would it take to get your family treasure on the program? What happens to the antiques after the show airs? Are the appraisers ever wrong? And will Antiques Roadshow come to my hometown?
In this four-color, fully...
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Wiley
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English
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Written with over 60 years of combined collecting experience from its authors, the revised edition of The Garage Sale Millionaire offers up all the need-to-know information and insider tips you'll need to track down those hard to find treasures, hidden gems, and those collectible items which, upon resale, will make you money.
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Black Dog & Leventhal
Pub. Date
2024.
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English
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"BLK MKT Vintage: Reclaiming Our Things is a visual exploration into the world and work of the highly successful vintage/antique concept shop and growing brand, BLK MKT Vintage, that expands upon the founders' vision to center, preserve, and make accessible vintage objects that tell Black stories"--
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2010
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English
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The Most Valuable Tool in Your Toolbox
Lacking the edge on tool information? Cut through the competition and hammer home deals like a pro with Antique Trader Tools Price Guide. Featuring 700 color photos, thousands of listings with current values, market trends, and collecting advice, it's the definitive reference on antique tools. This book features:
• 700 color photos, with actual prices received...
Lacking the edge on tool information? Cut through the competition and hammer home deals like a pro with Antique Trader Tools Price Guide. Featuring 700 color photos, thousands of listings with current values, market trends, and collecting advice, it's the definitive reference on antique tools. This book features:
• 700 color photos, with actual prices received...
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"Looking to discover how to collect antiques?" "Have a passion for antique history?" "Have you uncovered a unique item and want to know the antique appraisal?" This Practical Guide Is Designed To Teach You More About This Amazingly Complex, yet Elegant Simple Hobby. Let me help you take the complexity out of this hobby and show you exactly what it takes to collect antiques like a seasoned veteran. I give you the in-and-outs of this business within
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Triumph Books
Pub. Date
©2002
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English
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Celebrating more than a century of athletic accomplishment, this richly illustrated compilation of sports memorabilia includes period photographs, artifacts, autographs, uniforms, sports equipment, and more honoring such legendary sports figures as Roberto Clemente, Honus Wagner, Jack Johnson, Muhammad Ali, Jim Thorpe, and others.
18) Transformers
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Engaging images accompany information about Transformers. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--
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Steeped in the tradition of hard work, American nostalgia, and a simpler way of life, this book contains fascinating and informative details for anyone who farms, grew up on a farm, or finds farm collectibles fascinating. This latest edition of American Farm Collectibles captures the essence of the family farm in 1,000 photos, expertly researched pricing, and details that represent farming's role in the evolution of our society. This enhanced...