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Antique Silver Collectible The Price Guide to Antique Silver by Peter Waldron, -- An authoritative book on a highly collectable subject -- Prices and reasons for values are given for 1,172 illustrated pieces; all prices updated January 2001 -- Peter Waldron is a top authority in his field The head of Sotheby's silver department shares the wealth of his experience in this indispensable price guide. 1,172 items have been selected, photographed, discussed and given a value. The sections are arranged alphabetically, beginning with argyles and ending with wine related articles, so the book is easy to use, and within each main subject the pieces are arranged chronologically so that the developing styles may be clearly understood. The majority of collectable antique silver was used by the middle classes and today's collector clearly needs to understand the varying qualities of production that are encountered if he is to buy wisely and avoid pitfalls. This is the key book for discerning silver collectors and includes prices in Sterling and US Dollar.
Starting to Collect Antique Silver Essential background and knowledge of silver is provided as well as information about the techniques of silver-smithing. Over 50 types of silver objects are discussed. Clear coverage of marks and assay offices is provided.
Stephen Guernsey Cook Ensko - Stephen Guernsey Cook Ensko (May 9, 1896 - December 18, 1969) aka Stephen GC Ensko, was an expert on American antique silver. His book is the standard reference work for antique silver. Silver Age (DC Comics Title) - Silver Age was the collective title of a series of twelve one-shot comic books published by DC Comics in 2000, and of the storyline which ran through them. The comics were individually titled "Silver Age 80-Page Giant", "Silver Age Secret Files", "Silver Age: Challengers of the Unknown", "Silver Age: Dial H for Hero", "Silver Age: Doom Patrol", "Silver Age: Flash", "Silver Age: Green Lantern", "Silver Age: Justice Society of America", "Silver Age: Showcase", "Silver Age: Teen Titans", and "Silver ... Silver halide - A silver halide is one of the compounds formed between silver and one of the halogens, usually silver bromide (AgBr), silver chloride (AgCl) and silver iodide (AgI). As a group, they are often referred to as the silver halides, and are often given the pseudo-chemical notation AgX. Thomas Wyon - Thomas Wyon (1792-1817), English medallist, was born at Birmingham. He was apprenticed to his father, the chief engraver of the kings seals, and studied in the schools of the Royal Academy, London, where he gained silver medals in both the antique and the life class; he also obtained a gold medal from the Society of Arts. antiquesilvercollectible |
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