With thousands of new beanies appearing on the market daily, collectors are finding it difficult to keep track of what they have, what they don't have, and what they cannot wait to get their hands on. This handy pocket-sized carry-it-with guide is the perfect reference for any collector, buyer, seller, or enthusiast to take to shows, estate sales, auctions, and bean related functions and make instant meaningful investment decisions. &break;&break;Containing a wide range of popular manufacturers, this guide makes for quick and easy identification and valuation of more than 500 bean-filled plush toys. Coverage includes a number of bean brands and lines, including Ty, Coca-Cola, Harley-Davidson, Nascar, and many others. Collectors will discover this guide is an indispensable tool for buying and selling one of the hottest items to ever hit the collectibles market.

When looking for that perfect vintage purse or for the times when your antiquing adventures surprise you with that rare find, make sure you have this handy little guide along to make on-the-spot identification and appraisals. Abigail Rutherford, Director of Vintage Couture and Accessories for Leslie Hindman Auctioneers in Chicago, takes you on a spree through the history of handbags, and offers up-to-date pricing for categories like: • Architectural • Evening and Exotic • Iconic and Pop Art/Novelty • Timeless Titans of handbag design Small in size, yet packed with photos, pricing and collecting tips.

Ty Beanies Tracker Guide includes a year -by -year account starting with the 1993 introduction, tips and insight for maximum visibility and enjoyment of your collection, great websites for collectors, information and pictures of current releases, and secondary market prices for Beanie Babies. Ty Beanies Tracker Guides are also packed with thousands of fabulous 4-color photographs, up-to-date secondary market prices, and important news and information.

A new edition of the definitive collector's guide to Beanie Babies--the hottest collectible trend in recent years. Each of the Beanies--including current, retired, and redesigned toys--is described in a complete history, with color photos and up-to-date information on prices and popularity. (Antiques/Collectibles)

"Warman's" Shoes Field Guide" offers up-to-date pricing from Caroline Ashleigh. The book is organized by era and designer, highlighting the leading fashion trends and innovations that captivate collectors today. Gorgeous color photos illustrate everything from chunky and wild disco platforms to the restrained elegance of Roger Vivier and Prada. Each listing will include: detailed description of the vintage shoes, approximate date of manufacture, any significant design details and value range.

You can't help but relive fond memories of childhood when you spend time with this celebration of meal-time nostalgia. Explore photos and learn about collector prices for metal lunch boxes, many including bottles, from the early 1950s to the more modern reincarnations of the 1980s. Enjoy an overview of this hip collectible arena from the author, a man who's accumulated every lunch box of every type ever made.