This is the ultimate sourcebook for collectors, appraisers, and dealers of virtually any kind of antique, fine art, or collectible. 350 photos. 16-page color insert.

The most complete guide to antiques and collectibles in hundreds of categories! Includes a special report on "Collectibles under $100". Prices are based on actual reports, not estimates of the most recent season. Rewritten every year; 23rd edition due November '90.

When it's time for a move to a retirement home, a smaller home, or there's a death in the family, how should you manage a lifetime of family heirlooms and cherished possessions? Should that old chest go to the rummage sale, or is it a rare antique? What about jewelry, coins, stamp collections, china, silver, glass, memorabilia, baseball cards and toys? Are they valuable? How can we tell? Who will buy them? What are they really worth? This book is your key to finding the value of everything from diamonds to Teddy Bears, as well as tips about estate planning and appraisals. Find out all about: *the hottest collectibles markets and why some items skyrocket in price *how experts spot a valuable antique *where to get information used by professionals *selling at auctions, estate sales, and on eBay

Alphabetically arranged entries provides retail prices for more than 50,000 different antiques and collectibles, with photographs, factory marks and logos, and a special report on record-breaking prices for 2003.

Actual prices -- Not estimates Portable size -- Convenient for use on the road or at home Exclusive color report Easy to use -- Alphabetical listing, cross-referenced and indexed Handy ruler -- In inches and centimeters Record-setting prices of the past year

Gives you an insider's edge when you are buying, selling, or collecting antiques or collectiable.