Reviews (39)

service
The item is fine, however, Amazon's shipping procedures are very slow, and inadequet. I paid for an upgrade in shipping, and the item was two days late, with no explanation from Amazon.I will remember this the next time I need to order.

Blue Book of Gun Values, 27th Edition
Excellent and very comprehensive Gun Value Book covering numerous Mfgs.

Revised
The "Blue Book of Gun Values" 27th ed. is a great buy.Retail is around $40, and well worth it, but for almost half the price on amazon, an excellent deal.With updated values, this edition will surpass the previous especially with current events involving Winchester.Buy it for an accurate "Blue Book" price on guns. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Antiques    2. Antiques & Collectibles    3. Antiques / Collectibles    4. Antiques/Collectibles    5. Books    6. Catalogs    7. Collectors and collecting    8. Consumer Guides    9. Firearms    10. Firearms & Weapons    11. Firearms And Gunsmithing    12. Prices    13. Reference    14. Reference - Price Guides    15. Shooting   

Reviews (5)

Simply 18th century coins of the world for the world !
Certainly this is the book for 18th century coins, unless you are mainly interested in one country like the UK or France -- in that case you would find more information more attractively laid out, along with other centuries, elsewhere, usually more cheaply too. But for its coverage of the world, including hugely complicated countries like Gemany, Italy and India, it is unbeatable. This 3rd edition is an improvement over earlier editions, because more pictures (especially of the smaller coins) and more obscurities have been included.
As my collection slowly moves back in time
I need a guide so I just do not blindly pay big bucks for cute pictures. There are a lot of good guides and some more specific on particular eras and locations such as Westphalia. But as you do a coin search you are bound to run across something you are not familiar with and need a guide. This guide is a great place to start; it is easy to navigate and gives cursory information on particular locations and times surrounding the coin's production.
The best guide to world gold coins after year 1600
This is the best guide to world gold coins dated
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Subjects:  1. Antiques    2. Antiques & Collectibles    3. Antiques / Collectibles    4. Antiques/Collectibles    5. Catalogs    6. Coins    7. Coins, Currency & Medals    8. Numismatics    9. Prices    10. Reference - Price Guides    11. Coins, banknotes, medals, seals, numismatics    12. c 1700 to c 1800   

Reviews (8)

Everyone interested in coins should own this book!
And here in 2006 we have the 60th anniversary of what is commonly referred to as "The Red Book", which is of course a guidebook of US coins which encompasses state coinage such as Massachussets, New Jersey and the other colonies, gold coins from the American wild west as well as the Southern mints, pattern and experimental coinage and essentialy a basic guide that every coin collector, coin dealer, hobbyist and even part time student of coins cannot be without. Edited by one of the greats, Kenneth Bressett, this book also makes a great gift for that budding YN !( young Numismatist) As a professional coin dealer I recommend it!

Latest coin information here!
This latest (2007)publication by expert authors gives up-to-date+ values of coins.The color representations of coins is also helpful.The spiral binding allows one to hold the book open while examining one's collection coins with a glass and comparing with photos in the book.The history included with descriptions enlightens and enhances reader's knowledge of the coin of the land.Great book, recommended highly.

Guide book of U.S. Coins 2007 Red Book
As always very good could not ask for more ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Antiques & Collectibles    2. Antiques / Collectibles    3. Antiques/Collectibles    4. Coins, Currency & Medals    5. Reference - General    6. Reference - Price Guides   

Reviews (4)

Gotta Get It
For anyone who loves to collect, this book is a must-have. Not that you'll need the tips that the author includes for the novice, but this gem of a book is a collectible in its own right, presented in a hard plastic sleeve. Filled with whimsical photos of dozens of designs by today's most noted designers and architects, "Antiques of the Future" is irresistible and informative. As a student of contemporary material culture and the things that surround us, I got a huge kick viewing some of the best design of our time in this format. Makes a great gift for the person who has almost everything.

Love it
This book was a great addition to my library. I was surprised to see some of the objects that I own and love might be worth something someday, and to find out why. I have a few other "conversation piece" books on products, but most of them only talk about one type of design (like chairs) or are organized historically. I like that this book has a great variety of objects. The only bad thing is that now I want to own everything in the book!

Antiques of the Future
As a collector, I find this book timely and interesting.It's good to know what I should be collecting now for future value. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Antiques & Collectibles    2. Antiques / Collectibles    3. Antiques/Collectibles    4. Collecting    5. Popular Culture    6. Popular Culture - General    7. Reference - General    8. Antiques & Collectables    9. Antiques & Collectibles / General    10. Collectibles; pop culture   

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I recommend you the last edition of World Coins
An excellent book as allways, recommended for people who collect, and/or sells/buy World Coins, A lot of improved images and list of prices. I would say this book is the STATE OF THE ART in World Coins catalog.
No price changes....
Here we go again...You might think that with the rise in the price of metals this year we would expect to see overall price evaluations in this latest edition of World Coins (The answer is NO, Krause Publishing figures that a re-designed cover qualifies as a 'new' addition). Save yourself some coin and purchase a used 32nd edition, which is basically identical except that with the 2006 ed. you also get coin listings of 2001 and up! You will now have to purchase another catalog for 'updated' 2001 and up coin pricing...Lazy and a rip. ... Read more

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Subjects:  1. Antiques    2. Antiques & Collectibles    3. Antiques / Collectibles    4. Antiques/Collectibles    5. Baseball    6. Reference - General    7. Sports Cards - Baseball    8. Antiques & collectables: books, manuscripts, ephemera & printed matter    9. Reference works   

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The book I was waiting for
I was surprised when I bought the last 2007 World Coins, cause it only includes 1901 to 2000 coins and the title was a litle confusing. But NOW I can say that the waiting time is justified.
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Subjects:  1. Antiques    2. Antiques & Collectibles    3. Antiques / Collectibles    4. Antiques/Collectibles    5. Coins, Currency & Medals    6. General    7. Numismatics    8. Reference - Price Guides    9. Coins, banknotes, medals, seals, numismatics    10. c 1600 to c 1700   

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Everything you need to know about selling collectibles on eBay!
I've purchased several books on Amazon.com and while a lot of them were very good, I've never felt compelled to write a review.Then I purchased and read "How to Sell Antiques and Collectibles on eBay...And Make a Fortune!" by Lynn Dralle and Dennis Prince.This book is FANTASTIC!!!I had started an eBay business from home a few months before buying the book and was filled with questions...this book answered them all!It covers everything from how to set up your home office to choosing a business name & business plan to how much to spend at Garage Sales, etc.It is filled with amazing tips and tricks (for instance, Lynn gives you a website that helps you identify almost any china pattern which is invaluable when researching your item to post on ebay).
If you know nothing about eBay this is great
If you are fresh off of the boat and just discovered that eBay may permit you to cash out on some of your own stuff this book is great.If you think you will replace your current income by becoming an eBAy seller...don't quit your day job...yet.Although this book has information that can assist in helping the new eBayer it offers nothing new for the experienced seller.If you are new get this book if not don't.

Best Book on Selling Collectibles on ebay
I've been selling on ebay for about a year and have read numerous books on ebay. How to Sell Antiques and Collectibles on ebay....and Make a Fortune....is the Best book I've come across.A lot of the other books on ebay...contain information you could find on the ebay website. This book is different...got a lot of great tips about selling in the most popular catagories, ect. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Antiques    2. Business & Economics    3. Business / Economics / Finance    4. Business/Economics    5. Collectibles    6. Computer network resources    7. E-Commerce - General    8. General    9. Internet auctions    10. Reference - General    11. Selling    12. eBay (Firm)    13. Advice on careers & achieving success    14. Antiques & Collectables    15. Business & Economics / General   

Reviews (4)

Very Disappointing
It is a good listing of stamps but so few pictures of the stamp. I would not recommend.

good value for the $
This book showed me all the current values for my collection through mid 2005 though it does not contain all the stamp issues for 2005. It is very helpful in rating the pricing/bid values on ebay as well.

Scott US Stamp guide
There is no finer anywhere, period. Blows away Brookman's and the one put out by the USPO. ... Read more

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Reviews (5)

A GREAT ASSET FOR THE COMIC COLLECTOR
Overstreet is certainly the book to have when trying to access the value of your collection. I only regret that they removed the grading system from this book and have moved to endorsing commercial companies to do this for you. Wizard only care about what is hot right now. All in all, this book is your best bet but alway remember, something is only worth what someone else is willing to pay for it.

Paperback Poor Quality Binding.
Iv'e had several Paperback Overstreet Guides and after moderate use pages tend to come loose from the binding and the book becomes worthless as a resale not to mention trying to keep it together. The Hardbacks seem to hold up much better and are more desirable as a collector item. For the additional price I find it is worth going with the Hardback version. I have never found Amazon.Comm to offer the Hardback and I don't know why??

'THE' Comic book guide
As usual Overstreet has come forward with the benchmark that we all use for pricing/grading comics.They cover gold/silver/ bronze age all the way up today.If you want an accurate reference for pricing your comics, Overstreet is the way to go. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Antiques    2. Antiques & Collectibles    3. Antiques / Collectibles    4. Antiques/Collectibles    5. Comics    6. Graphic Satire And Humor    7. Reference - Price Guides    8. Antiques & Collectibles / Comics   

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Subjects:  1. Antiques & Collectibles    2. Antiques / Collectibles    3. Antiques/Collectibles    4. Clocks & Watches    5. Design    6. Jewelry Arts And Crafts    7. Reference - Price Guides    8. Antiques & Collectibles / Clocks & Watches    9. Antiques & collectables: jewellery   

Subjects:  1. American - General    2. Antiques    3. Antiques & Collectibles    4. Antiques / Collectibles    5. Antiques/Collectibles    6. Ceramic Arts And Crafts    7. Figurines    8. Pottery & Ceramics    9. Reference - Price Guides   

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BUD HASTINS AVON COLLECTORS BOOK
I AM VERY PLEASED WITH THE BOOK I PURCHASED FROM AMAZON.COMTHIS BOOK DID GIVE ME ALL THE INFORMATION I WAS LOOKING FOR. AND DOING BUSINESS WITH AMAZON.COM WAS VERY GOOD, AND THE PRICES AND SHIPPING WERE VERY SATISFACTORY.

The Seventeenth Edition
As a whole it is fantastic. But, by not listing the men's by name, such as "Leather"; it caused me a lot of time and trouble trying to find it. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Antiques    2. Antiques & Collectibles    3. Antiques / Collectibles    4. Antiques/Collectibles    5. Avon Products, Inc.    6. Bottles    7. Catalogs    8. Collectors and collecting    9. Glass & Glassware    10. Glass Arts And Crafts    11. Glassware    12. Reference - Price Guides    13. United States   

Reviews (12)

An Introductory Book From One of the Numismatic Greats
If you've ever considered coin collecting, or you've already gotten started and want to learn more, this is the single most important and easy-to-understand primer on numismatics.You'll find yourself referring back to this book again and again as your knowledge grows.If coin collecting becomes a passion for you, then consider the more in-depth texts by Guth.

Beginners book
This is a good book for young or beginning coin collectors. It is also a great tool for any coin collector to refer from time to time. The description of the book is accurate. Everybody has to start somewhere in their hobby of choice, and this is a great way to learn more about many different aspects of numismatics.

Highly Recommended!
For any of you who are interested in coin collecting, or if you happen to inherit somehow a collection of coins, this is the book for you! It is filled with information on how to take care of your coins, what to look for when purchasing, selling, trading or anything else regarding coins. The book is full of knowledge that is easy to comprehend. Buy it for youself or for your kids! ... Read more

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Reviews (42)

The price guide watch collectors love to hate,
the M***osoft of watch price guides, or the 2.4 pound gorilla lurking in my watch briefcase- call it what you may, but as one can see by the numerous reviews below, the Complete Guide never fails to elicit opinions both positive and negative from watch collectors.All criticisms are valid, yet this reader always finds something interesting between the covers of this book, and whenever I am looking for information about relative values of watches, this is where I usually first look.Until a truly up-to-date price guide, that reflects the reality of ALL markets is created by some enterprising individuals (any watch collectors at Google??), this is the resource many will turn to first.One suggestion: I for one would support a 10 to 15 dollar increase on the retail price of this guide if that would enable the author to hire the services of a professional editor who could then clean up the numerous errors and redundancies present in this guide, which are well documented, by the way.

If this is no better than the 2001 edition ...atravesty
I own the 2001 edition, which is awkwardly written, very poorly edited, and difficult to use as a reference.Many photos appear to be xeroxes of movements rather than photos, and are illegible.Many actual photos are of such poor quality as to be essentially useless. There is no index, no attempt to provide cross-reference material (such as calibres common to a set of watches).Even the table of contents contains an error.
pocket watches
A valuble source of information at your finger tips, with up to the date prices for all watches. I would have to say, "a Bible for the watch collector". ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Antiques    2. Antiques & Collectibles    3. Antiques / Collectibles    4. Antiques/Collectibles    5. Clock And Watch Making    6. Clocks & Watches    7. Jewelry    8. Reference - General    9. Reference - Price Guides    10. Technical & Manufacturing Trades   

Reviews (1)

On the Mark
My collection of the Official Red Book goes back to 1966 and I began to seek additional values in the Official Blue Book in 1999.As I don't attend enough shows, these books give me a reasonable idea where values are moving to with particular reference to my holdings. ... Read more

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Flayderman's Guide
I am an ardent collector of antique firearms.Flayderman's is an absolutely essential resource with detailed information about practically every firearm ever produced in early America.There simply is nothing comparable.

Flayderman's Guide
I am a CW buff, and often would look at items listed on the various sites, not knowing the details.Now I can be sure I know the model, date of mfg, value.

Flayderman's Guide to Antique American Firearms and Their Values
One may disagree with some of the prices given but if a novice collector bought only one book, this should be it for the wealth of information found within its almost 700 pages of photos and text. Whether your area of interest is Civil War arms, Indian guns, air and spring guns, or even whaling guns you'll find this book helpful. My only criticism is the arrangement of the index and that was the responsibililty of the publisher. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Antiques    2. Antiques & Collectibles    3. Antiques / Collectibles    4. Antiques/Collectibles    5. Catalogs    6. Collectors and collecting    7. Firearms    8. Firearms & Weapons    9. Firearms And Gunsmithing    10. Reference - Price Guides    11. Shooting    12. United States    13. Militaria, arms & armour    14. Small firearms, guns & other equipment    15. USA   

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Smith & Wesson Info
A must have for anyone interested in Smith & Wesson revolvers. Well put together and easy to find the information you are looking for. I can't believe how much information is in this book. I should have bought this years ago.

Smith and Wesson Collectors
If you collect Smith and Wessons you havee to own this book.No other book on Smith's is even close.

overrated
I have a room full of gun books, and I didn't find anything new in this one.I bought this because it was recomended to me for finding dates of manufacture.It falls short.There are many books on other brands that give "year of manufacture" by serial number.Supica says this cannot be done with older Smith & Wessons, yet if you send a serial number to S&W, they can tell you when your gun left the factory.Somebody other than Supica has this info and I'm looking for that book. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Antiques / Collectibles    2. Firearms & Weapons    3. Firearms And Gunsmithing    4. Reference - Price Guides    5. Shooting    6. Sports    7. Sports & Recreation    8. Militaria, arms & armour    9. Reference works    10. Small firearms, guns & other equipment