The Complete Book of McKee Glass by Sandra McPhee Stout This long-out of print identification and reference book is considered THE book to have for dealers and collectors of McKee Glass Company. It is still the only book written exclusively about all lines of McKee glassware. It contains a complete history of the company, trademark illustrations, old advertisements, reprints of 1868 and 1880 McKee catalogs, plus extensive black & white photos and illustrations of their products, including kitchenware, lamps, pressed tableware, artware, novelties, cut glass, bottles, tumblers, fountain items, vases and floral ware, stemware, and much more.

Copyright 1972, First edition, first printing. Published by Trojan Press Inc. Size 8-3/4" by 11-1/4", 456 pages. Indexed. Hardcover with dust jacket.

Condition: Spine is tight, no splits to spine or endpapers. There is damage to a 1-3/8" length of the upper edge of the back cover as shown in the closeup. No loose or torn pages. Corners have slight bumping, the only writing is an erased penciled price on the front end paper. Dust jacket has small tears, corner wear and edge chipping.

Shipping will be by media mail (calculator shipping method will be incorrect but shipping price is correct for media mail - if you require Priority shipping, please inquire). Sorry, international shipping not available on this item without additional charges for shipping.

Circa: 1972
Country of Origin: US
Publisher: Trojan Press Inc  

Kitschmasland Christmas Decor Value Guide Collector Book Kitschmasland! Revised 2nd Edition With Updated Prices by Travis Smith, Copyright 2008, Schiffer Publishing.

This 160 page softcover collectibles identification and value book covers those campy, retro Christmas decorations, accessories, and ornaments from the 1950s to the 1970s. It starts with a discussion of what is kitsch, moving to the Fifties Atomic Space Race inspired and Mid Century Modern holiday looks, then on to glass ornaments, figures (Santa, snowmen, reindeer, angels, pixes and elves), and artificial trees of all types and sizes. Lights, candles, Christmas ceramics, and plastics are covered, as well as a chapter on beaded and sequined ornaments made from craft kits.

If you're into any type of retro household decor, you'll love the room photos in the book showing how the author and his friends/family have decorated their homes vintage style among non-holiday Eames Era and Mod furnishings. The book is in good used condition with no writing or tears. If you prefer Media mail shipping, let me know and I'll refund the shipping overpayment.

Circa: 2008
Country of Origin: US
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing  

Ladies' Vintage Accessories ID and Value Guide Book This hardcover collector's identification and value guide book is titled Ladies' Vintage Accessories by LaRee Jonson Bruton. Published by Collector Books, it has a copyright date of 2001 with updated 2005 values. Completely photographed in full color plus period advertising and catalog illustrations, 333 indexed pages.

Chapters include aprons, capes & shawls, fans, gloves & muffs, hankies & scarves, hats & bonnets, parasols & umbrellas, purses & handbags, and shoes & hosiery. This is a (barely) used book but in excellent condition with no damage, writing or wear. US shipping weight has been adjusted for media mail - simply choose the least expensive rate and method for your zip code at checkout.

Circa: 2001
Country of Origin: US
Publisher: Collector Books  

Metalwares Price Guide Antique Trader Identification Book Softcover Metalwares Price Guide book by Antique Trader Books, Copyright 1995. Many photographs, all black and white, 232 pages. Chapters include aluminum, brass, bronze, chrome, copper, gold, iron, lead, pewter, Sheffield, silver, steel, tin & tole, and zinc. Measurements, marks, and values given for each item. This is a used book with slight water staining at the very bottom edges of the back pages. No tears or writing.

Circa: 1995
Country of Origin: US
Publisher: Antique Trader Books  

The Fishing Lure Collector's Bible Identification and Value Guide More than 1800 lures illustrated with complete descriptions, including size, dates of production, patent information, and prices. An amazing amount of research, many original catalog or advertising pages included, lots of author's notes. I wish some of the things I collect had ID books as thorough and organized as this one.

The Fishing Lure Collector's Bible Identification and Value Guide by R. L. Streater with Rick Edmisten and Dudley Murphy. 1999 Collector Books. Softcover, 470 pages, b/w photographs and illustrations, some color , 8-1/2" by 11". Good condition, slight corner bumping, no tears, writing, or other problems. Will be shipped Media Mail (choose first class shipping method). Will not ship internationally.

Circa: 1999
Country of Origin: US
Publisher: Collector Books  

Collector's Encyclopedia of Heisey Glass 1925-1938 Book This hardcover identification and value guide book is titled The Collector's Encyclopedia of Heisey Glass 1925 - 1938 by Neila Bredehoft. Copyright 1986 Collector Books with 1999 values. It has 463 indexed pages with both black and white and color photos of Heisey glassware produced during the 1920s and 1930s. This is a large, heavy book with lots of useful information, typical of the Bredehoft-authored books. It's in very good used condition with no writing or damage though the corners are slightly bumped. Shipping will be by media mail.

Circa: 1999
Country of Origin: US
Publisher: Collector Books  

Modern Collector's Dolls 4th Series ID Book This 1979 doll identification and value guide book is titled Modern Collector's Dolls, Fourth Series, by Patricia R. Smith, published by Collector Books. It's 272 pages, hardbound with a green cloth cover, no dust jacket. Each doll in the book is arranged by type or manufacturer name with a photograph (most black and white, some are in color), description, and value at the time of publication. Covers dolls produced from the 1920s through 1970s.

The original owner's name and address are printed in ink inside the front cover, no other writing, no tears or damage. The front cover has minor soiling. Will ship via Media Mail.

Circa: 1979
Country of Origin: US
Publisher: Collector Books  

A Century of Carnival Glass Collector's Identification Book This hardcover collector's identification and value guide is titled A Century of Carnival Glass by Glen & Stephen Thistlewood, published by Schiffer Books in 2001. It has 256 indexed pages with lots of full color photographs plus some black and white illustrations and catalog or advertisement images. It covers mostly European carnival glass with a small section of American carnival - also modern American iridized glass. An excellent resource for identifying non-American glass as well as for determining age of suspected newer pieces. The book's dust jacket has the same illustrations as the cover. In very good used condition with no writing or damage. Shipping will be by media mail.

Circa: 2001
Country of Origin: US
Publisher: Schiffer Books  

Covered Animal Dishes 1988 Collector ID Price Guide Book Covered Animal Dishes by Everett Grist, Copyright 1988, Published by Collector Books. Softcover, 8-1/2 by 11 inches, 119 pages, indexed.

This out of print collector's identification and value book is the only volume ever published on covered animal glass dishes regardless of manufacturer. There are some that are not animals in the book: ships, covered wagons, log cabins, and other figural dishes. The author points out known reproductions and gives dimensions, color variations, and maker as well as other information of interest. All of the photographs are in color and good quality. Of course the price guide is considerably out of date but old books like this are primarily used for identification, not valuation. In excellent condition with no damage, writing, or tears. I can ship Media Mail for less, please email for quote.

Circa: 1988
Country of Origin: US
Publisher: Collector Books  

1974 Reprint Heisey Glassware Catalog No. 109 This is a reprint of the A. H. Heisey & Company glassware catalog number 109 from around 1930. The reprint was published by L.W. Promotions in 1974.

The 11-1/4 by 8-1/2 inch ring-bound book is 152 pages plus a price guide which is of course out of date. The black and white pages are printed on glossy heavy paper, with some pages tinted to show the colors Flamingo, Sahara, and Moon Gleam. All lines and patterns available at the time are depicted, including specialty items like cologne bottles, candlesticks, hotel ware, and shakers. The book is in good vintage condition with no writing or tears. Excellent for glassware identification. Shipping is calculated for Media Mail. If you live outside the US or need Priority mail, please email before ordering for a shipping quote.

Circa: 1974
Country of Origin: US
Publisher: L.W. Promotions  

Florence Collector's Encyclopedia of Depression Glass 7th Edition Collector's Encyclopedia of Depression Glass Seventh Edition by Gene Florence, Copyright 1986, published by Collector Books. 8-3/4" by 11-1/4", 211 pages.

Though the prices in this classic Depression Glass identification and value book are of course out of date, I like the way the photos are arranged, showing as many pieces and colors available in each pattern as possible. The glass patterns are arranged alphabetically, with each section giving the maker, dates of production, and any alternate pattern names. Known pieces and colors are given and the author has notes on rarity factors, and tips for determining lookalikes and go-withs. The book has an excellent section on reproductions of Depression glass with clear photos and specifics on how to spot them.

Excellent condition with no writing or tears. Shipping is calculated for Media Mail. If you live outside the US or need Priority mail, please email before ordering for a shipping quote.

Circa: 1986
Country of Origin: US
Publisher: Collector Books  

20th Century Glass Book by Mark Cousins 1989 20th Century Glass by Mark Cousins, Copyright 1989. Published by Chartwell Books. Hardcover with dust jacket, 8-3/4" by 11-1/4", 128 pages, indexed.

This glass book for collectors explores major glass artists of the last century including William Morris, Tiffany, Galle, Lalique, and Zanini, from Arts and Crafts to Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Modernism, and contemporary glassware. Every page has at least one full color glass photograph. This is a reference book for glass collectors, not a price or value guide.

There's a small inscription written in ink at the inside front cover, otherwise excellent condition with no damage or tears. Shipping is calculated for Media Mail. If you live outside the US or need Priority mail, please email before ordering for a shipping quote.

Circa: 1989
Country of Origin: US
Publisher: Chartwell Books  

Collectors Encyclopedia of Roseville Pottery Huxford Collectors Encyclopedia of Roseville Pottery First Series by Sharon and Bob Huxford, Copyright 1976 (last printing 1988), includes 1988 price guide. Published by Collector Books. 8-3/4" by 11-1/2", 184 pages, indexed.

Lots of full color photographs in this Roseville Pottery identification and value guide book, as well as a full history of the company, illustrations of marks and artist's signatures, line descriptions, and dates of production. There's a very good section of the book with reprints of Roseville catalogs in black and white. The book is in excellent condition with no tears, writing, or damage. Shipping is calculated for Media Mail. If you live outside the US or need Priority mail, please email before ordering for a shipping quote.

Circa: 1988
Country of Origin: US
Publisher: Collector Books