Antique And Collectible Buttons - Identification & Values
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.77 (637 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0891457119 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 168 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
In only 168 pages, this book has made a successful collector out of me. It has numerous illustrations, all in color; an orderly method of describing types of buttons and their history; tips on cleaning and displaying them; and addresses of publications, suppliers, and clubs for collectors. Although it is crisply informative, the book also conveys the pleasant, upbeat personality of the writer. -
A Customer said lacks detail. This book is mostly comprised of full page pictures of buttons. Many of the pictures are accompanied by a note that gives a range of prices for all the buttons in the picture. I had hoped for some information about what characteristics make a button more or less valuable than another. It mentions that there are different styles of shank and construction, but says nothing about why or when each style was used. I had also hoped for information about estimating the date of manufacture.. Great book with lots of useful picture and information A Customer I have enjoyed this book very much. It has helped me identify many of my finds. I am a new collector and this book is just what i needed to get started.. knits well runs slowly said Useful But A Little Dry. This book covers everything in detail except what really interests me, plastic buttons that aren't made of the early, valuable plastics like Bakelite and Catalin. However, what she does cover is profusely illustrated and her pictures are clear.
8.5 X 11.. 2007 values. The realistic price ranges given reflect actual prices paid and considerable discussion with other collectors. They are displayed in this gorgeous hardcover book which provides invaluable information to the collector - complete descriptions, dates, and of course, current values. All ages, styles and materials are represented in this fascinating reference and value guide. The button, both functional and decorative, can be deservingly considered an art form on a small scale. This book is a dazzling color array of outstanding examples. It's a perfect book for anyone who appreciates the art, craft, beauty, and skill apparent in these buttons. Thousands