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Books > Arts & Architecture > Antiques & collectables
In 1675, George Ravenscroft invented the lead glass formula which
was to transform glass selling in England. Previously table glass
was imported from the continent, mostly from Venice, but now an
indigenous industry developed rapidly, producing drinking glasses
of such quality and fascinating design as to capture the entire
home market. This book explores the variety of drinking glasses,
from the heavy balusters pre-dating 1700 to the faceted stems of
around 1800, which are so sought after by collectors. Superb
craftsmanship and ingenuity, typical of all art forms in the
eighteenth century, are beautifully encapsulated in the drinking
glass, and a large and significant collection can be housed in a
couple of display cases. Accompanied with detailed illustrations of
the range of glass designs, this is an ideal guide for any
collector.
Originally released as Fell's United States Coin Book, this
edition, revised in the Fell's Official Know-It-All Series, is
required reading for both serious and beginning coin collectors.
With hundreds of updated coin photos and thousands of prices, this
book has been a perennial favorite since 1943.
The Kovels are the most trusted source for both the casual and
expert collector. With 12,500 actual prices and 3,150 full-color
photographs, the guide also features exceptionally well-organized,
wide-ranging, and up-to-the-minute information, and includes more
tips, marks, logos, and photographs than any other competitive
title. Kovels' is the only guide with prices based on actual sales
from the previous calendar year, never estimates. Unlike other
guides, which focus almost exclusively on English or high-priced
items, Kovels' covers all American and international items and
includes reasonably-priced goods. The book is organized by
categories most sought-after by collectors, including depression
glass, dolls, jewelry, furniture, porcelain, and sports
memorabilia. Indexes, cross-references, and expert commentary
throughout empower readers to collect with confidence and price
their own antiques.
A full history of the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner watch. The first ever book authorized by Rolex.
For the first time, Rolex has authorized a wide-ranging account and full history of the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner watch, in the first of a series taking a deep dive into the watches of the iconic brand.
Oyster Perpetual Submariner: The Watch That Unlocked The Deep, written by author, editor, and watch expert Nick Foulkes, is published by global design authority, Wallpaper, which brings its sharp, cinematic eye to the project, creating new and original photography in collaboration with Rolex to run alongside testimonies from renowned witnesses to the Submariner's illustrious 70-year history, including marine biologist Sylvia Earle, photographer David Doubilet, and aquanaut Dr Joe MacInnis – further highlighting the role this iconic timepiece continues to play in the exploration and protection of the marine environment.
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