The Collector's Manual

By N. Hudson Moore

Book Overview

The Collector's Manual by N. Hudson Moore is a comprehensive guide to collecting various items. The book covers a wide range of topics, including stamps, coins, books, art, antiques, and more. It provides practical advice on how to identify and evaluate collectibles, how to care for and store them, and how to build a collection. The author also includes tips on how to find collectibles, how to negotiate prices, and how to avoid scams. The book is filled with illustrations and photographs to help readers identify different items and understand their value. Whether you are a seasoned collector or just starting out, The Collector's Manual is an essential resource for anyone interested in the world of collecting.1905. With 336 Engravings. Contents: Tables and Sideboards; English Pottery and Porcelain; Chairs and Sofas; Antique Glassware; Chests and Cupboards; Brass and Copper Utensils; Old-Fashioned Bedsteads; Lustre Ware; Old-Fashioned Timepieces; Desks and Secretaries; Old Pewter; Bureaus; and Cottage Ornaments.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417928514
• ISBN13: 9781417928514
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 504 Pages
• Weight: 1.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"