Midwest Book Review
This completely updated encyclopedia of 20th century collectibles appears in its 7th edition to provide updated listings and photos to keep track of the current marketplace and prices. Categories contain details on history, manufacturer profiles, influences on production runs, and periodical references in this fine reference.


Book Description
This new edition of a proven best seller features more than 25,000 updated prices and more than 200 photos of the most desired collectibles from the 1930s to today. The book covers 240 popular categories, from action figures, advertising, Barbie dolls, Coca Cola, and electrical appliances to Elvis, postcards, robots, rock ‘n’ roll, Dr. Seuss and Western Americana. Reflecting what’s hot in today’s market, new categories this year include gardening, handkerchiefs, Indian jewelry, and Royal China. The book provides reference information, collecting hints, history, periodicals, reproduction and copycat information, and detailed descriptions and accurate pricing in a number of specialized areas for auctioneers, collectors, dealers and anyone else interested in antiques and collectibles. From Depression-era to Baby Boomer to Generation X collectibles, this price guide has it all. -Features more than 25,000 updated prices of the hottest collectibles from the 1930s to today -Includes more than 200 photos and 240 categories -Provides detailed descriptions and expert collecting advice -A proven best seller

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