Antique Hunter's Guide to American Silver & Pewter
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| Rating | : | 4.25 (906 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1579121446 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 480 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-10-17 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Expertly researched, this handy volume features a full-color photograph of each object, accompanied by an extensive caption describing the object, its marks and dimensions, its maker and the date in was made, as well as hints for collectors such as scarcity, demand, and background information on the maker. From the Inside Flap With over 450 examples of American silver, silver-plated, and pewter; American Silver & Pewter is the ultimate guide to the highly popular field of collectibles. From lovely Victorian flatware to graceful Federal tureens to beautifully shaped pewter tankards, this volume covers the entire range of silver and pewter objects made in America and is perfect for novice and experienced collectors alike. An up-to-date price guide provides a range of prices for each piece, as well as a selection of comparison prices for English-made and other equivalent pieces. .
"Great Bargain" according to Lee. Fantastic reference book with over Great Bargain Fantastic reference book with over 300 high quality, full color pictures with descriptions and what to look for. Nice range of silver and silver-plate items listed. The last 50 entries are pewter items (yuck). Handy size too.. 00 high quality, full color pictures with descriptions and what to look for. Nice range of silver and silver-plate items listed. The last 50 entries are pewter items (yuck). Handy size too.. "Pretty Good" according to pam. Good reference book, I collect pewter and was kind of disappointed there wasn't much pewter in it, mostly silver, the book was good quality and had good picturers. Colleen said Four Stars. Happy with the book. Found what Ive been looking for from this book.
This visual antique reference guide has all the information readers need to identify and appraise American silver and pewter-from Colonial times to the present. Each piece-450 in all-is photographed in full color and accompanied by a detailed description of the piece, origin, date of manufacture, relationship to similar pieces and rarity, and hints for collectors, helping readers spot potentially valuable heirlooms stashed at home or at garage sales, consignment stores and flea markets.