Book Reviews Page 11

Title: Roseville Pottery, Warman's

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The second edition of this guide brings with it a new author and one not without a connection, Denise Rago. Those of you in the know will recognize the name as her father is David Rago of Rago's auction which, more often than not, always features high end art pottery and has for many years. Not falling far from the tree, Denise has been involved in the business since she was a teen and the American Art Pottery field will certainly benefit from her knowledge.

Much of the guide is unchanged from its already working format with large color pictures and lengthily descriptions. This edition has gone a step further from their already helpful, and really required, color pictures by adding some cool color thumbnail pictures of the pattern on the top corners of each page to help you find your piece faster and without knowing the pattern name.

The introductory section of the guide provides some nice insights to the market along with a number of pages of the various bottom marks and a chronological release listing for the various Roseville lines. I couldn't locate a price reference in this edition but I'm guessing that quoted values are still auction results based on the 1st edition.

Bottom line - If you deal in any way with Roseville a guide is a necessary investment to protect yourself as either a collector or a dealer. This guide with its large photos and robust descriptive text will certainly fill the bill.

Publisher/Book info.:
Publisher: Krause Publications
700 East State St.
Iola, WI 54990-0001
(800)-258-0929 (consumers), (888)-457-2873 ext. 880 (retailers)

Book information:2007, 286 page paperback, 8 1/4" x 10 3/4"
Author: Denise Rago
Price:$24.99
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Title: Holt-Howard Collectibles and Related Ceramicware of the 50's & 60's, Price Guide to

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There is a certain something inside many collectors and all of our customers that contributes to the illness we lovingly refer to as collecting. Whimsy is a necessary ingredient even to those collectors that consider themselves serious....it's down deep but it's there!

Holt-Howard tapped into this years ago and if a collector needs a little whimsy boost, this stuff can certainly provide it. This guide includes items that most of us familiar with Holt-Howard also group together from other manufacturers.

The coverage in this guide is unbelievable and the history and detail provided for the various pieces and lines is over the top. Add to this the 800+ color pictures and you've got a guide that is both informative as well as fun just to leaf through.

Almost as important as covering the Holt-Howard items is the information on some little known companies and pieces that until now hadn't been documented. This includes not only "knock-off" pieces that are often times mistaken but non-pros but also other recognizable companies such as Lipper & Mann, Lefton, Napco and some generic "Made in Japan" items.

Bottom line -With complete coverage of both Holt-Howard and similar items, there is no other guide for collectors both of these pieces and just general fun whimsical kitchen and household items as well. If nothing else, I defy you not to smile, a lot, when leafing through this guide.

Publisher/Book info.:
Publisher: Krause Publications
700 East State St.
Iola, WI 54990-0001
(800)-258-0929 (consumers), (888)-457-2873 ext. 880 (retailers)

Book information:2007, 254 page paperback, 8 1/4" x 10 3/4"
Author: Walter Dworkin
Price:$27.99
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Title: Magazines, Old Identification & Value Guide

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It's been a few years since the 1st edition of this guide but with updated values and about 20% more pages it was worth the wait.

Unchanged from it's previous edition is this guides concentration on providing as many titles and values as possible versus lengthily history on the various magazines along with a few examples. Neither approach is "correct", just a matter of taste and a consideration when deciding on what guide to buy if your only buying one.

Nice color cover examples accompany values for various breakdowns of the magazine. The values noted can be as simple as the range of value for editions within a year or the entire run of a magazine or more specific values for magazines that feature important authors, artists or subject matter.

The back of the guide provides an additional listing of Paper Dolls, and the magazines that hold them along with values, adding a mini price guide for the many collectors of paper dolls.

Bottom line - Broad coverage and the calling out of important issues makes this a good choice for general magazine collectors.

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Publisher: Collector Books
P.O. Box 3009
Paducah , KY 42002-3009
Orders: (800) 626-5420

Book information: 2006, 336 page hardback, 8 1/2" x 10 3/4"
Author: Richard E. Clear
Price:$19.95
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Title: Jewelry Price Guide, Antique Trader's

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It's hard to image the days, which weren't that long ago, when guides like this had only Black and White pictures. All guides benefit from color pictures but with jewelry guides , in particular, the difference is night and day. This edition, in full color, provides 1,500 color pictures for the 2,000 pieces covered.

The coverage of the field has expanded as well and the inclusion of the "Mod" era jewelry yet again points to the hot Collectibles market that is expanding not only this collecting area but the collecting world in general. It offers an affordable entry point not only to collecting jewelry but to the booming Collectibles arena as well. The Costume jewelry section is also quite large and this, too, marks the increased coverage of jewelry collecting outside of the Antique world.

The inclusion of "newer" pieces doesn't mean that the guide lacks in the coverage of traditional vintage and fine pieces. Information and pricing is included not only for all periods from the 1800's on but also coverage of major designers.

Though the determination of "value" is not specifically noted, it appears to be a mixture of auction results and retail values. They do note, however, that prices noted should only be used as a guide and the normal pricing factors should be considered.

Bottom line - This is a great overview guide particularly for those collectors and dealers who haven't decide to or don't specialize in a particular era. The expanded coverage of newer pieces will allow you to get a jump on pieces that most certainly will increase in value.

Publisher/Book info.:
Publisher: Krause Publications
700 East State St.
Iola, WI 54990-0001
(800)-258-0929 (consumers), (888)-457-2873 ext. 880 (retailers)

Book information:2007, 271 page paperback, 6" x 9"
Editor: Kyle Husfloen
Price:$21.99
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Title: Lionel Trains 1900-1942, Collector's Guide to Prewar

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The coverage of Trains in general and particularly Lionel's offerings is so broad that it necessitates the author breaking it down into 3 full price guides (all of which are reviewed today). It's no wonder, do you know anyone who hasn't owned at least on Lionel train?

This guide covers some the grandfathers of the Lionel family all the way back to the first release in 1900. Not only are the various gauges well covered but there are also robust sections on the accessories and toys manufactured to go along with your track layouts along with some of the original catalogs and other ephemera.

Great color pictures, 900 in fact!, accompany the over 2,000 items covered. The close up color pictures take the guess work out of identifying cars that can often times be a little tricky for the novice particularly when the pieces are not mint. Values are provided for the accepted train conditions of "C5" through "C8" and the front of the guide translates and defines these conditions for new users and those unfamiliar with the train or toy world. Basically, values are listed from "good" to "like new" conditions.

The back of the guide provides additional information and a glossary of terminology. The best of these sections cover how to clean your older trains and get them ready to run again. The other section is the natural progression that illustrates how to set up your train once you've prepared them. This section is not a guide on track layout, but rather a full guide on the technical aspects of train layouts.

Bottom line - Compact and chock full of beautiful color photos, this guide is a perfect traveling companion to help you realize your boyhood, or high profit!, dreams.

Publisher/Book info.:
Publisher: Krause Publications
700 East State St.
Iola, WI 54990-0001
(800)-258-0929 (consumers), (888)-457-2873 ext. 880 (retailers)

Book information:2007, 270 page paperback, 5" x 8"
Author: David Doyle
Price:$19.99
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Title: Trains, Collector's Guide to Classic O-Gauge

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The coverage of Trains in general and particularly Lionel's offerings is so broad that it necessitates the author breaking it down into 3 full price guides (all of which are reviewed today). The second of the 3 guides produced by the author covers the smaller O-gauge trains from all manufacturers from the well known to the little heard from, and often overlooked, manufactures.

The layout is identical to the Prewar Lionel guide with its full color pictures and values for the acceptable condition range.

There are large sections on the most popular lines, Lionel, Marx and American Flyer but 8 other lines are included as well. Though the coverage of some of these "lesser" producers of trains such as Dorfan and Hafner are relatively brief, they may be the only references your likely to find anywhere. That fact alone makes this guide a valuable addition to any train or toy enthusiasts library.

Bottom line - Full coverage and color pictures make this guide a necessity for any O-gauge and most other train collectors.

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Publisher: Krause Publications
700 East State St.
Iola, WI 54990-0001
(800)-258-0929 (consumers), (888)-457-2873 ext. 880 (retailers)

Book information:2007, 270 page paperback, 5" x 8"
Author: David Doyle
Price:$19.99
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Title: Lionel Train Sets 1945-1969, Standard Catalog of

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The coverage of Trains in general and particularly Lionel's offerings is so broad that it necessitates the author breaking it down into 3 full price guides (all of which are reviewed today). This guide is certainly the most extensive and detailed of the 3 guides recently produced by this author. Every Lionel set covered features a color photograph along with another 100 or so to boot.

It isn't the simple fact that over 450 sets are covered and include full color pictures however that make this guide stand out but the depth of detail provided for each set.

No detail is spared with each listing and the coverage not only includes the individual cars and accessories included in each set but also significant inside details from within the Lionel company that relate to each set. It is and exception rather than the rule to find less than a couple of long paragraphs for each set covered. Every set also includes a scarcity indicator along with values in excellent and like new conditions.

As if the guide wasn't already complete, the author has added some very helpful information to the guide that is too often overlooked and necessary to the novice collector, and even some experienced ones. Determining the age of your collection is important and dating clues are provided. More importantly for the new collector is detailed information on determining the often confusing scale and gauge of trains and the difference between the two terms.

Bottom line - To put it simply, if you have any interest in any way in Lionel trains you must own this guide. It is one of the most complete guide of any kind I've seen in quite a while.

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Publisher: Krause Publications
700 East State St.
Iola, WI 54990-0001
(800)-258-0929 (consumers), (888)-457-2873 ext. 880 (retailers)

Book information:2007, 271 page paperback, 8 1/4" x 10 3/4"
Author: David Doyle
Price:$29.99
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Title: Halloween Collectibles Identification & Price Guide, Vintage

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Despite my many years of buying and selling Antiques and Collectibles, there are collecting worlds that have barely opened the door to. Opening this guide makes me realize that Halloween collectibles is just such a category and the amount of items covered is surprising even to me. Even more surprising is that coverage essentially stops in the 1960's so it's a big world.

Everyone of these colorful, and often whimsical, pieces is accompanied by a full color picture and important details including dating, manufacture, size, scarcity indicator. Many items include detailed historical information on not only the pieces but manufacturing and company history.

Values are provided by the author who owns most of the pieces featured. Normally this would be a potential issue of concern given that a market can be manipulated through price guides but the author notes that the values are at or below offers he has received for these items. He further backs up his value assertions thorough the monitoring of the Halloween collecting market.

When a category gets popular and values climb, there are always those looking to cash in and the guide provides reproduction alerts for items that have been reproduced (often to dupe the buying public).

Bottom line - Halloween collectibles have really been heating up in the last few years and values for even the simplest of pieces can be significant. As values climb in a category the necessity for a guide become ever more important.

Plus, it's just plain fun, fun, fun!

Publisher/Book info.:
Publisher: Krause Publications
700 East State St.
Iola, WI 54990-0001
(800)-258-0929 (consumers), (888)-457-2873 ext. 880 (retailers)

Book information:2007, 254 page paperback, 8 1/4" x 10 3/4"
Author: Mark B. Ledenbach
Price:$27.99
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Title: My Little Pony G3 Collector's Inventory

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The mid 1990's and the boom in the Collectibles market sparked the reintroduction of classic toys that continues today including GI Joe, He-man and, of course, My Little Pony. In the case of My Little Pony, new lines were introduced not once but twice. 2003 marked the release of the third Pony series, hence the generation 3 (G3) nomenclature.

The guide is complete and includes all of the Pony items manufactured from 2003 to today. Items are pictured along with a checklist of the accessories included, and also pictured, with each Pony or Pony set. With many small and often missing pieces, a checklist and visual inventory can be very helpful.

Bottom line - With a line that refuses to die and new collectors being added all the time, many will find this checklist and guide useful for completing their collection.

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Publisher:Priced Nostalgia Press
PO Box 1118
Denville, NJ 07834

Book information: 2007, 184 page paperback, 8 1/2" x 11"
Author: Summer Hayes
Price:$32.99
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Title: Antiques, Schroeder's Price Guide

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As with most good guides these days, Schroeder's is now in full color. Though the guides is mostly text based to pack as much information and categories in as possible, color pictures are a nicety. Along with the color pictures they have done something which though subtle makes reading easier, they put the prices in Red next to Black & White descriptive text. With such a well established guide it is hard to find things to change for the better and now I think they have exhausted the improvements without sacrificing information content.

For those not familiar with this guide, first where have you been! Secondly, Schroeder's utilizes experts within the various listed fields to attempt to get the most relevant market information and to eliminate any personnel biases (positive and negative) for any particular collecting field. Though this may on occasion present some pricing that needs interpretation depending on how the values are determined (e.g. venue), there is always some of that to be done and the expert method is probably the best methodology for putting together a top level guide such as this.

Bottom line - It's no surprise that Schroeder's will remain yet again on both my must have book list for Antique dealers and must have book list for Collectible dealers. It's affordable, packed with information and should be on most, if not all collectors and dealers shelves.

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Publisher: Collector Books
P.O. Box 3009
Paducah , KY 42002-3009
Orders: (800) 626-5420

Book information: 2008, 607 page paperback, 8 1/2" x 10 3/4"
Editor: Sharon Huxford
Price:$17.95
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Title: Coin Collecting 101, What You Need to Know

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With our most recent Estate Sale undertaking filled with coins of all types, we learned that the world of coin collecting and dealing is like another world all together. New terminology, different evaluation techniques and standards along with differences in opinion on what many good coins look like with some liking shiny new pieces while others preferred certain characteristic aging signs (colorful toning for example) made the learning curve steeper than we are used to with all of our years in business.

In our case we took the hard root, opening every guide we had along with getting out there into the markets and talking with dealers and collectors alike. Even after auctioning many coins with successful results, we still feel like we have just scratched the surface and even when we thought the bases were covered, we would get some questions we never considered.

Typical, we didn't get this guide to review until we were well into things!

The guide is broken down into short chapters ranging from how to find and handle the coins to finding the all important mint marks and properly evaluating condition.

There are also specific chapters featured on the various coin denominations from 1/2 cents to dollar coins to commemorative coins and Gold. Pictures accompany all the chapters to illustrate what are often times minute differences that mean the difference between big bucks and relative worthlessness.

Bottom line - Don't have a clue about coin collecting?, this is a great start. Beginning collectors will have a great leg up and introduction to the often foreign world of coin collecting and dealing.

Publisher/Book info.:
Publisher: Krause Publications
700 East State St.
Iola, WI 54990-0001
(800)-258-0929 (consumers), (888)-457-2873 ext. 880 (retailers)

Book information:2005, 267 page paperback, 6" x 9"
Author: Alan Herbert
Price:$14.99
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Title: Breyer Animals Collector's Guide Identification and Values

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Let's face it, not every horse enthusiasts kid's parents could afford a Pony but they could all afford a Breyer horse model. Little did they know the allowance draining curse they had placed upon their children!

Even a collector with some experience will be surprised at the sheer number of models made available by Breyer and a guide is certainly a necessity for those with even the remotest of hopes of being a completist. Full color group pictures are provided along with the date of production, name and visual description. Often times important notes are added regarding slight variations and special notes of interest.

Though most people are at least aware of the Breyer horses, few realize that Breyer produced much more than these models. The guide goes further to list the other Breyer offerings such as Dogs, Cats and other wildlife and farm animals. Additionally you'll find other bits and pieces such as ornaments and lamps.

The back of the guide has a huge cross reference that lists all of the models by name, number as well as other specialized and detailed lists for identification. It's almost 100 pages long and assures proper identification and quick reference.

Bottom line - With 5 editions being produced, If you collector or deal in Breyer then the decision is obvious. New collectors will benefit the most from the lengthily cross reference material to properly identify your Breyer.

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Publisher: Collector Books
P.O. Box 3009
Paducah , KY 42002-3009
Orders: (800) 626-5420

Book information: 2008, 464 page paperback, 8 1/2" x 10 3/4"
Author: Felicia Browell, Kelly Korber-Weimer & Kelly Kesicki
Price:$24.95
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Title: Razors (Straight) Identification & Values, Standard Guide to

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I'll preface this review with a warning, using a straight razor ain't easy and your resulting shave may be TOO close, if you get my drift. I actually collected shaving items for many years so I was pleased to see the resurgence in popularity and the release of this extensive guide.

The first third of this guide is dedicated to an extensive history of razors and even of shaving itself. Additionally, there are large sections on properly identifying when your razor was made, how it was made and what it's made of.

The last part of the 1st third of the guide features a section on the evaluation and pricing of razors and it is one of the most extensive I've ever seen. There's even math involved! This is were the extensive introductory materials come into play and all of them feed into the value of the razor.

The remaining two thirds of the guide features list after list by company along with dating information and a base value to start your evaluation of value.

Despite my warning and the warnings of the authors themselves, the book also includes a cool illustrated shaving guide if your brave along with sections on care and display of your collection.

Bottom line - As complete a guide on the subject as your likely to find and very well thought out.

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Publisher: Collector Books
P.O. Box 3009
Paducah , KY 42002-3009
Orders: (800) 626-5420

Book information: 2007, 255 page paperback, 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
Author: Roy Ritchie & Ron Stewart
Price:$12.95
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Title: Radios Identification and Values, Collector's Guide to Antique

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Even in houses void of any large collections, a vintage radio provides an affordable decorative conversation piece and their popularity has never waned.

These edition features 14 new radio brands boosting the number of listings to well over 10,000. The listing format is basically unchanged from the previous edition with straightforward value lists organized by manufacturer/brand and model number. Brief price ranges are provides and every page features at least a few full color examples in all price ranges.

Although the derived prices are noted to include a conglomeration from values in all venues including flea markets, auctions, individual advertised sales and even radio shows, my experiences show that it tends to fall into the radio specific venues where prices tend to be the best. This is true for any collectible with any specialized shows or other venues due to the concentration of collectors/dealers and competition. Take it as you will and as always rely on as much information as you can find to determine value and the best venues to sell or buy. I should note that this is not a negative feature of this guide in any way.

Bottom line - As I mentioned, you don't have to be a collector or dealer to appreciate the beauty of a vintage radio. Prices can run the gamut but with this complete guide your likely to find something in your price range.

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Publisher: Collector Books
P.O. Box 3009
Paducah , KY 42002-3009
Orders: (800) 626-5420

Book information: 2008, 317 page hardback, 8 1/2" x 10 3/4"
Author: John Slusser & the staff of Radio Daze
Price:$24.95
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Title: Toys & Prices (Toy Shop)

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Arguably one of my favorite guides, Toys & Prices does not disappoint with it's 15th edition. Despite the doom and gloom spouted by the media, Collectibles are in a boom and Toys are right in the center of that boom. Values have changed dramatically in just the last 5 years and you really need to stay on top of them to avoid disappointment or lost income.

This guide gets bigger every edition and this one features 32,000 listings in 23 top level categories with 3 condition range values for every listing taking the guess work out of evaluating your toys. Toys & Prices always stays ahead of the curve and this guide not only lists vintage toys but also what one would call speculative ones that were more recently released. These are the collectibles of tomorrow and watching their progress from edition to edition will hone your speculative buying skills.

The basic structure of the guide is unchanged and my previous edition comments hold true for this one as well. Information is the key with this guide but the occasional pictures will keep you from getting bleary eyed while reading this hard to put down guide.

Say it with me folks, this is one of my must have guides for every level of general collector as well as for generalized collectibles dealers

Publisher/Book info.:
Publisher: Krause Publications
700 East State St.
Iola, WI 54990-0001
(800)-258-0929 (consumers), (888)-457-2873 ext. 880 (retailers)

Book information: 2008, 824 page paperback, 7" x 10 1/2"
Editor: Karen O' Brien
Price:$21.99
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Title: Transformers Identification and Price Guide

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Long overdue, this guide provides a wealth of information for dabbler and hard core collector/dealer alike.

The guide covers Transformers from the 1984 "series 1" to 1990 (series 7). This one was worth the wait as it's coverage is about as complete as anyone could expect and certainly more than most would expect.

Each Transformer starts with the information that was included on the original packaging including the name, function, motto and technical specifications. That would be easy enough but the author realizes that would be a cope out for the true fan and goes well beyond to provide often lengthily character notes, variations and other little known facts.

With the basic background stuff out of the way, the guide gets to the meat of the truly useful information for collectors and dealers. This starts with large full color pictures of the Transformer in both modes. As many of you know, if your not 7 years old these can be a bitch to transform so having a visual reference is certainly of value. The picture goes on step further by illustrating the small accessories as well as noting them individually under the "easily lost weapons and accessories" section of the write-up. Values are provided of course and the provide price points for mint loose and complete examples, mint with box ones and sealed examples that spell the biggest bucks.

Bottom line - I confess my lack of knowledge for Transformers prior to this guide and my copy is already dog eared as I plowed through my boxes of Transformers, parts and accessories to put them into useable (and sellable!) Transformers packages. I'm sure I am not alone and this guide is for anyone into Transformers for any reason. Since it covers past versions that will go unchanged, it is likely that this guide will eventually go out of print so buy it now or forever hold your peace!
The cool vari-vue cover piece is a nice touch that makes this guide a collectible in it's own right with a picture that changes from one to another mode of Optimus Prime. A unique touch.

Publisher/Book info.:
Publisher: Krause Publications
700 East State St.
Iola, WI 54990-0001
(800)-258-0929 (consumers), (888)-457-2873 ext. 880 (retailers)

Book information: 2008, 824 page paperback, 8 1/2" x 10 3/4"
Author: Mark Bellomo
Price:$24.99
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Title: Horseman Dolls, The Vinyl Years 1950 to Present Identification & Value Guide

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The Horseman company may be lesser known than some doll companies but they've released many a Pop Culture gems over the years. Notable examples include "Poor Pitiful Pearl", "Cindy", "Betsy McCall", Numerous Ventriloquist dolls and even some cool action figures sized dolls like Angie Dickinson as "Police Woman".

Of course the company has a long history well before 1950 but their offerings from then until now easily fill this full size volume. The guide starts with an extensive identification guide which not only uses mold marks but also uncommon, but helpful, methods such as whether the doll is battery operated, walks, has an unusual facial expression, etc.. This is followed by care instructions, alphabetical value ranges and more.

With all of the information you need now in hand, the bulk of the guide is dedicated to detailing the dolls themselves. Full color pictures, along with dating information and descriptive text pack the remainder of the guide.

Bottom line - By the time you finish reading this guide you will be well versed not only with the Horseman company itself but arguably with the most fun period of doll development and the varied offerings from that period.
Horseman made many celebrity dolls including Disney and because of that this guide will also appeal to general Collectibles dealers as well as doll fanatics and dealers.

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Publisher: Collector Books
P.O. Box 3009
Paducah , KY 42002-3009
Orders: (800) 626-5420

Book information: 2007, 240 page hardback, 8 1/2" x 11 1/4"
Author: Don Jensen
Price:$29.95
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Title: Pocket Knives, Big Book of, Identification & Values

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This extensive guide covers some 60 pocket knife companies using Black & White pictures and original catalog reprints.

All of the covered companies history is detailed in the first part of the guide along with an overall collectiblity rating. Many of these companies are not covered elsewhere so general collectors would be well advised to take a look at this book.

The bulk of the guide utilizes a clever and interesting technique of using the manufactures original advertising. This technique provides all of the important information a collector would need and the addition of values for excellent condition examples completes the guide.

Bottom line - With the sheer number of companies covered and the reprints of original hard to find materials this guide is a must have for knife collectors.

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Publisher: Collector Books
P.O. Box 3009
Paducah , KY 42002-3009
Orders: (800) 626-5420

Book information: 2007, 396 page hardback, 8 1/2" x 11"
Author: Ron Stewart & Roy Ritchie
Price:$19.95
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Title: Antiques & Collectibles 2008 Price Guide, Antique Trader

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Well put together and well maintained top level guides are the foundation of any good price guide library. Plus, they are just plain fun to leaf through and can serve to open your eyes to what's hot and to categories you might not have considered before (but should!).

Trader has always made efforts to keep this guide current with at least their ideas, based on experience in the market of course, of what's hot. They add and take away categories as they either heat up or cool down in the markets. With always close to 10,000 listings and 5,000 color photos your likely to find what your looking for or certainly something close enough to get the idea of value of something you own, are selling or are thinking of buying.

Bottom line - I haven't kept track but this guide has been a long standing member of the must have book list for Antique dealers and it continues for at least another year!
It also had a brief appearance last year on the must have book list for Collectible dealers but the trend of including more Collectibles (vs. Antiques) hasn't really progressed. That's not to say that this guide isn't good for Collectibles dealers, it is.

Publisher/Book info.:
Publisher: Krause Publications
700 East State St.
Iola, WI 54990-0001
(800)-258-0929 (consumers), (888)-457-2873 ext. 880 (retailers)

Book information: 2007, 1006 page paperback, 6" x 9"
Editor: Kyle Husfloen
Price:$19.99
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Title: Antiques and Collectibles Price Guide 2009, Warman's

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What can I say about a guide that has had 41 previous editions and that I haven't said before? Maybe nothing but at least only good things!

The best thing of course is that the guide is unchanged. Last edition show the addition of color coded section edges for easier browsing and organization of the covered top level categories. Color pictures are now the default and every page is loaded with them (2,000 in total) for that eye candy you need in a top level guide.

Every category features a compact history of the field along with any potential reproduction notices to keep you one your toes and avoid those future regrets when you find your bargain is a fake.

Bottom line - In this case change IS NOT a good thing. This guide remains on my must have book list for Antique dealers.

Publisher/Book info.:
Publisher: KP Books
700 East State St.
Iola, WI 54990-0001
(800)-258-0929 (consumers), (888)-457-2873 ext. 880 (retailers)

Book information: 2008, 799 page paperback, 7" x 10"
Editor: Ellen T. Schroy
Price:$24.99
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