The Official Price Guide to Collector Plates

The Official Price Guide to Collector Plates
Author: Harry L Rinker
Publisher: House of Collectibles
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1999-07
Genre: Commemorative plates
ISBN: 9780676601541

THE COMPLETE REFERENCE GUIDE TO LIMITED EDITION PLATES! -- COMPREHENSIVE. Featuring more than 15,000 prices for thousands of collector plates -- U.S. and foreign -- this sourcebook is the only one you'll ever need. Whether it's silver, pewter, porcelain, wood, or glass, with depictions of movie classics, sports heroes, fairy tales, cartoon characters, Americana, or religious themes, the information is all here at your fingertips. -- REVISED. This updated guide lists every known collector plate from 1895 to the present day, including Accent on Art, Blue Delft, Bradford, Franklin Mint, Goebel (Hummel), Lenox, Royal Doulton, and Spode. Each item is described in specific detail, including title and series, original release date, designing artist, quantities issued, original issue price, and the most current value. It also includes a rarely seen complete product listing for the Danbury Mint and the Bradford Exchange. -- SPECIAL FEATURES. Unique sections cover the histories of selected plate manufacturers and profile the top artists in the plate field. -- PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. The Official Price Guide to Collector Plates includes tips from the experts on buying, displaying, selling, shipping, and caring for your plates -- plus how to spot hidden repairs and restoration. -- AN UPDATED MARKET REVIEW. An invaluable report on the most current trends in prices. -- FULLY ILLUSTRATED with all-new photos for this edition!

The Official Price Guide to Antiques and Collectibles

The Official Price Guide to Antiques and Collectibles
Author: Rinker Enterprises
Publisher: House of Collectibles
Total Pages: 786
Release: 1999
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780676601787

GET THE TRUSTED RESOURCE MORE COLLECTORS TURN TO--WITH MORE THAN 60,000 PRICES LISTED! * COMPREHENSIVE. From Advertising Memorabilia to Zippo Lighters, The Official Price Guide to Antiques and Collectibles contains the most up-to-date information on tens of thousands of the most sought-after antiques and collectibles. So whether your passion is traditional antiques, such as furniture, china, and silver, or you are looking for the latest hot pop culture collectible from TV or film, rock 'n' roll, Barbie, and G.I. Joe, the buck starts here! * HIGHLIGHTS. This outstanding sourcebook features sections on movie memorabilia and buying and selling on the Internet. * PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. A panel of experts, and auction houses and galleries nationwide, contribute invaluable information in their individual areas of expertise so that you can get the best deal. * SPECIAL FEATURES. Tips on where and what to collect, regional preferences, and how to spot fakes and reproductions. * FULLY ILLUSTRATED. More than four hundred black-and-white photos throughout the volume help identify the precise items you are looking for.

The Official Price Guide to Antiques and Collectibles

The Official Price Guide to Antiques and Collectibles
Author: Rinker Enterprises, inc
Publisher: House of Collectibles
Total Pages: 788
Release: 2000-02-29
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780676601855

This updated guide completely covers the antique market, listing over 60,000 prices and displaying 400+ photos to aid identification. Experts in the field give advice on the latest market trends, how to spot fakes and forgeries, and what to save when cleaning out the attic.

The Official Price Guide to Collector Cars

The Official Price Guide to Collector Cars
Author: Robert H. Balderson
Publisher: House of Collectibles
Total Pages: 548
Release: 1996-09
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780676600247

America's love affair with cars is on the fast track. Here is the current market value for every model from every major manufacturer in the United States and abroad through the mid-1970s, including Ford, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Rolls-Royce, and Mercedes-Benz. Clearly organized from A to Z, each listing is broken down by date, engine specifications, model types, and body styles -- with three condition categories from fair to excellent. Essential references include a list of classic car museums around the country, a directory of car collector clubs, and a glossary that contains all the terms you need to know to negotiate the deal. In addition, there are handy hints from the professionals about buying at auction and for investment, theft prevention, and selling classic cars. Plus special sections on trucks and motorcycles cover a wide range of vehicles from Humpbacks and Pickups to Flatheads and Knuckleheads. Dozens of photographs help you identify special models.

The Official Price Guide to Antiques and Collectibles

The Official Price Guide to Antiques and Collectibles
Author: Eric Alberta
Publisher: House of Collectibles
Total Pages: 786
Release: 1998
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780876379622

With more than 60,000 prices listed, this revised and updated reference features the most up-to-date information on thousands upon thousands of the most sought-after items. New this year are sections on movie memorabilia and buying and selling on the Internet. Illustrations throughout.

The Official Rinker Price Guide to Collectibles

The Official Rinker Price Guide to Collectibles
Author: Harry L. Rinker
Publisher: House of Collectibles
Total Pages: 480
Release: 2000-10-10
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780676601596

This fourth edition of the Harry L. Rinker Official Price Guide to Collectibles has more coverage of collectibles than any other book on the market. Here you'll find furniture, decorative accessories, and giftware along with the traditional character and personality items, ceramic, glass, and toys. Each category includes a brief history, collecting tips, reference books, periodicals, collector clubs, and vital information on reproductions. It's a complete document of the 20th-century American lifestyle.