Best Antique & Collectible Sports Memorabilia

"The long-awaited 8th edition of Old Fishing Lures & Tackle -"the bible for lures collectors"- has been thoroughly updated, combining the time-honored research of the late Carl F. Luckey with essential updates from author Russell E. Lewis . Russell E. Lewis is a Michigan college professor and author.

This is the true story of how Rocky Bleier, an NFL super-star for the Pittsburgh Steelers, decided to fight for his country in the Viet Nam war, was badly injured, and pushed himself to recover to rejoin his Steelers who sorely needed him. It became a natural progression for Larry to begin drawing and painting his favorite sports heroes when he wasn’t imitating them on the street or practice field. “I knew then that I wanted to continue drawing and painting these heroes of mine for the rest of my life.” As a professional sports artist, Larry has been blessed to have created commissions for many professional athletes, past and present, including a Heisman winner, a Super Bowl MVP, and an NFL MVP.

Working together, MacKenzie and Jones created what could not have been achieved singularly; a design capable of showing its teeth in humbling the best golfers in the world, while at the same time playable to members of much lesser skill. MacKenzie’s cost effective layouts called for a minimum of artificial features and a maximum of mental labor, and his thirteen rules of Golf Architecture were so simple in concept they were regarded as revolutionary. -- Golf Today, June 2005 Sports Media Group has published the first dust-free coffee table book; it simply doesn't sit long enough to collect dust.

When award-winning journalist Dave Jamieson’s parents sold his childhood home a few years ago, he rediscovered a prized boyhood possession: his baseball card collection. In Mint Condition, his fascinating, eye-opening, endlessly entertaining book, Jamieson finds the answer by tracing the complete story of this beloved piece of American childhood. It's a form of megalomania, of course, one famous card collector once said of his hobby—and, as Jamieson explains, there are plenty of people willing to cash in on collectors' obsessions; the secondary market for baseball cards may be as much as a half-billion dollars annually. *Starred Review* Every time a rare baseball card brings a million-dollar price at auction, thousands of aging former collectors wistfully recall shoeboxes full of rookie cards and wonder if they lost a fortune when Mom cleaned out their rooms. Jamieson doesn’t supply lists of valuable cards (there are collectors’ journals for that); rather, he chronicles the history of collectible cards, profiles a few unique collectors, and tracks the development of the hobby and ponders its future. In tracing the history of collectible cards, Jamieson shows the extraordinary lengths to which the early cigarette and card companies went to separate young boys from their money, a penny and then a nickel at a time.

Ever since Star Trek first aired on television in 1966, the series has had a strong influence on pop culture. Paula M. Block worked on the Star Trek franchise at Paramount Pictures and CBS for 19 years and, with motion picture publicist Terry J. Erdmann , has written numerous books including Star Trek: The Original Series 365 , Star Trek: The Next Generation 365 , and Star Trek 101 .

Learning to read other people gives you a definite edge in terms of predicting behavior, modeling your actions to build a favorable rapport with people, forging more fulfilling personal relationships and excelling at building professional relationships. If you are a philosopher or someone who seeks to find principles of better ways of living, Stoicism is an interesting philosophy that guides one into a life that is full of fulfillment and happiness. Don’t get me wrong, it is not simple, philosophy is complex, but many people try to pick bits and pieces of it to make it work for them in some circumstances. In chapter two, we will cover the challenges and defenses of the average empath, and throughout the rest of the book, you will get tips on how to deal with this. Tools for a Healthy Life: Did you know that the chakra system is closely related to emotional health and that meditation can transform the way you deal with being an empath?

In recent years, several of America’s leading art museums have voluntarily given up their finest pieces of classical art to the governments of Italy and Greece. In an authoritative account, two reporters who led a Los Angeles Times investigation, reveal the details of the Getty Museum's illicit purchases, from smugglers and fences, of looted Greek and Roman antiquities. In 2005, the Italians indicted former Getty curator Marion True for trafficking in looted antiquities, and by 2007, after protracted negotiations, the Getty agreed to return 40 of 46 artifacts demanded by the Italian government; Italy in turn agreed to loan the Getty comparable objects. One of the major pieces lost by the Getty was an Aphrodite statue purchased by True to put the Getty on the map. But still eluding the Italians is the Getty Bronze, a statue of an athlete hauled out of international waters in 1964 by Italian fishermen; it was the prized acquisition of the Getty's first antiquities curator, Jiri Frel, who brought thousands more looted antiquities into the museum through a tax-fraud scheme. The authors offer an excellent recap of the museum's misdeeds, brimming with tasty details of the scandal that motivated several of America's leading art museums to voluntarily return to Italy and Greece some 100 classical antiquities worth more than half a billion dollars.

Having earned the respect of the Allied forces who fought against it during World War II, this work will inform current readers of the full record of Fallschirmjäger Regiment 6, and why the Allied advance into German-held Europe was so painstaking to achieve. ”…a compelling history… Recommended for soldiers (particularly paratroopers), historians, and students of World War II ad airborne operations.” ( Les Grau, PhD, Foreign Military Studies Office ). It is said that it is the victors who write the histories of the wars, so it is especially revealing to discover a book that was written from the viewpoint of those on the losing side. “…wonderfully documented book…Within each chapter are numerous detailed and insightful personal accounts of combat, troop movements and war experiences… provides an excellent account of what it was like fighting in WWII from the German soldier’s perspective. “prose is simple and efficient...cleverly synchronizes the memories and fragments of past events with his own academic narrative of military history… On the surface the work can simply be enjoyed as a resource book of the regiment or as a lively but academic history… I read it as a contemplative book which explores the human cost of war.'.

Colonial and early American coins · Federal coins · Commemoratives Proof and Mint sets · Die varieties and errors · Civil War tokens · Territorial gold · State and territorial quarters · National Park quarters · Presidential dollars · Puerto Rican, Philippine, and Hawaiian coins · Error coins · Bullion. --Jeff Garrett, President, American Numismatic Association. When coin collectors, friends, and family ask for the single best guide book on American coins, my answer is simple: The Official Red Book . Expanded sections and new features in the second edition include: an overview price-guide of foreign coins that circulated as cash in the British American colonies; coverage of the U.S. Mint's 19801984 American Arts gold medallions; an 18-page illustrated history and price guide of So-Called Dollars; insight from Q. David Bowers on determining coin prices and values; advice on collecting and investing in modern gold and silver bullion coins; a state-by-state listings of American Numismatic Association clubs; more than 2,400 updated or new coin photos; a look at the Boy Scouts of America and Girl Scouts of the USA and coin collecting; interviews with U.S. Mint coin designers; and more.

Covering 1989-2008, Hot Wheels Variations - The Ultimate Guide, 4th Edition is the largest and most comprehensive identification and price guide to variations with more than 5,500 cars listed. Michael Zarnock has been collecting Hot Wheels since their inception in 1968.

I wish I had this book when I was just starting the hobby of metal detecting!” - Josh in Florida “I have been metal detecting for over 5 years and this great metal detecting guide book taught me plenty of new tips and tricks.” - Mike in Texas. From choosing the right machine to identifying your valuable treasure, Mark Smith covers these subjects and everything in between in an easy to understand way. Learn how to find more treasure by: understanding common metal detecting terminology, understanding which metal detectors work the best and where, understanding how and why a metal detector works, other equipment you will need, proper etiquette, what you can expect to find, why you should never throw anything away, how to identify your finds, how to identify jewelry, how to tell if it is real gold, how to metal detect with children, which recovery tools work the best, how to recover treasure, how to metal detect private property, how to identify unknown metal detecting finds, metal detecting creeks, rivers and lakes, pinpointing, making weak targets stronger, cleaning your finds, the best places to use your metal detector, selling your finds and more! Find out how you can maximize your treasure with this informative metal detecting book today.

Here are 100 ready-to-frame political campaign posters from the annals of American history! The writers and editors in its publishing office collaborate with curators, reference librarians, and subject specialists to produce books and other materials that open its ever-growing collections and activities to the nation and the world.

Tired of searching for special toys that weren't mass-produced, former Lucasfilm animator Jackie Huang created the beloved Woolbuddy, a collection of all-natural stuffed animals that reflect his unique imaginative vision. -Library Journal Jackie Huang is the creator of Woolbuddy, a collection of premium, handcrafted stuffed animals with more than 300 characters.

The message was clutched in the fist of a destitute former doll collector found dead at the bottom of a cliff with a valuable French doll’s parasol in her pocket. "A trio of smart, independent women...the peek into this world is fascinating" ~ Romantic Times.

Here is the complete text (the Kindle edition was expanded & revised in February 2012) of the most popular book about online bookselling of all time: The Home-Based Bookstore: Start Your Own Business Selling Used Books on Amazon, eBay or Your Own Web Site. ~ Why Online Bookselling? Title Z. NovelRank. Adjusting prices. Clearing deadwood. ~ Focus on Service. Feedback. Prompt shipping. Working with the USPS. International shipping. Request negative feedback removal. Problem customers. Feedback on other venues. Delivery mistakes. Designing your SKU system. Shipping. Tracking customers. ~ Appendix 4 Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA). Use FBA ‘Basic Fulfillment’. Competing with FBA. Drawbacks of Fulfillment by Amazon. Lost or damaged FBA items. Fulfillment by Amazon facts. Long-term storage fees for FBA. Best practices. Here is the complete text (the Kindle edition was expanded & revised in February 2012) of the most popular book about online bookselling of all time: The Home-Based Bookstore: Start Your Own Business Selling Used Books on Amazon, eBay or Your Own Web SiteLearn how to start your business part-time, then work as little or as much as you want. ~ Appendix 2 New Book Wholesalers. CONTENTS: ~ Why Online Bookselling?~ Where to Find Books Library salesEstate salesThrift shopsUsed bookstoresRemainder distributorsPostal Service auctionsTreasury Department auctionsBook fairsBargain tablesClassified adsLocal auctionsLower priority sources ~ What Books to Buy Learn to find unusual booksThe trouble with fiction.Textbooks.Textbooks to avoid.Nonfiction to avoid.Other books to avoidRomance novelsBooks by comedians.PaperbacksKnow what buyers wantHow much to pay. ~ Grading and Pricing Books ConditionAssigning condition.New:Like New:Very Good:Good:Acceptable:As new:Fine:Very good:Good:Fair:Poor:Ex-library:Book club:Binding copyPricing booksAmazon Sales Rank.Title ZNovelRankAdjusting pricesClearing deadwood.Keep working. ~ Appendix 2 New Book Wholesalers. ~ Appendix 3 Shipping Supply Vendors~ Appendix 4 Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) Use FBA 'Basic Fulfillment'Competing with FBADrawbacks of Fulfillment by AmazonLost or damaged FBA itemsFulfillment by Amazon factsLong-term storage fees for FBABest practicesSmart FBA shippingAmazon EasySellUse Amazon as a drop-shipperImports and exportsExport items ~ Appendix 5 More Resources~ Glossary~ Index.

Wayne Goddard's $50 Knife Shop is a find companion volume to Goddard's book The Wonder of Knifemaking and provides all the details you need to start making knives on a budget.

Light-Up Fairy Jar. Barbecue Rub. Hot Fudge Topping. Snowglobe Scenes. Vanilla Citrus Sugar Hand Scrub. Citronella Oil Lamp. Bird Feeder. And more! Complete with tips for decorating jars, suggestions for gift tags, and inspiring full-color photographs, Gifts in Jars is here to make your holiday gift list a whole lot more fun. Natalie Wise is a Dartmouth-educated poet, author, and style expert known as “Professional Sunshine.” She is all about pink lipstick, big sunglasses, her trademark #caffeinecrazy when she drinks coffee, and creating happy things for happy people.

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It’s bursting with the latest facts and stats on your favorite games from the futuristic soccer action of Rocket League to the psychedelic paint battles of Splatoon . Fourteen categories encompass a wide array of games—the rapidly growing e-sports and professional video game players, the classic arcade-style fun of Mario, fighting games, and the "user generated content" of Minecraft. The internationally renowned brand is also available across a number of platforms; GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS global television shows are watched by over 750 million viewers annually, over half a million subscribe to the GWR YouTube channel, the global website receives 14 million viewers annually and the brand has over 4 million fans on Facebook.

In the annals of consumer crazes, nothing compares to Beanie Babies. "A fresh and darkly comic look at how the rise of internet commerce went hand-in-hand with soccer moms and "irrational exuberance" to transform a cheap children's toy into a national mania and one of the greatest speculative bubbles in American history.

Beautifully designed and illustrated with color photographs throughout, The Smithsonian's History of America in 101 Objects is a rich and fascinating journey through America's collective memory, and a beautiful object in its own right. This humanistic approach to storytelling makes for immersive, addictive reading.” Kirkus Reviews : “Smithsonian Undersecretary Kurin’s tales are abundant, so much so that it seems almost a shame to stop at a mere 101 items....A well-conceived and well-illustrated pleasure to read, combining narrative history and keepsake volume.”. He is the author of several books, including Hope Diamond: The Legendary History of a Cursed Gem , and his scholarship and museological work have been recognized by the International Council of Museums, UNESCO, and Harvard's Peabody Museum.

Masterfully weaving together pop science and history, Stoned breaks history into three categories—Want, Take, and Have—and explains what the diamond on your finger has to do with the GI Bill, why green-tinted jewelry has been exalted by so many cultures, why the glass beads that bought Manhattan for the Dutch were initially considered a fair trade, and how the French Revolution started over a coveted necklace. “Raden’s commentary on the often ugly side of human desire through the ages is consistently captivating, and her witty delivery makes the material shine.” (Publishers Weekly). What makes a stone a jewel? In this brilliant account of how eight jewels shaped the course of history, jeweler and scientist Aja Raden tells an original and often startling story about our unshakeable addiction to beauty and the darker side of human desire. With sharp wit and a light touch, Raden weaves together history, science, and economics to explore our enduring love affair with beautiful things, and shows us that just like their glittering surfaces, jewels have a singular power to reflect our desires back to us and show us who we really are.

Intermittent fasting offers various health benefits that even go beyond weight loss. ●The basics of intermittent fasting, ●Benefits of following this diet, ●Different variations of intermittent fasting, ●Tips for following the diet, ●Various supplements you can use, ●What to eat and not to eat while fasting, ●Steps for getting started with this diet, and much more! By making use of the information provided in this book and by incorporating the straightforward dieting protocols, you can achieve your health and weight loss goals within no time.

This spectacular collection of more than 125 letters offers a never-before-seen glimpse of the events and people of history—the brightest and best, the most notorious, and the endearingly everyday. "While some might argue that the art of correspondence died with the advent of the internet, it was Letters of Note-a popular website sharing correspondence across history and spheres-that paved the way for the exceptional hardcover of the same name. The book's introduction aptly describes itself as "a museum of letters" that are as addictive as they are enlightening; featuring letters from Ernest Hemingway, Fidel Castro, Nick Cave, Elvis and more than a few world leaders. London-based author Shaun Usher compiled the collection of over 125 letters over the course of four years and the subjects span both private and public theatrics. In Letters of Note: An Eclectic Collection of Correspondence Deserving of a Wider Audience (brought to you by the creator of the blog by the same name) you'll read letters spanning across centuries, from influential political leaders, authors, actors, murderers, and more. "This new book beautifully highlights fascinating letters ...The hardcover demands prime space on the coffee table." "Someone should write a love letter to a new book called Letters of Note . It's a splendid collection of all kinds of correspondence through the ages: Elvis Presley fans writing to the president, children making suggestions to famous cartoonists, a scientist's poignant love letter to his late wife."

Wilkes-Barre, located along the Susquehanna River in the Wyoming Valley, is the county seat of Luzerne County. Elena Castrignano is the author of Wilkes-Barre in Arcadia Publishing’s Postcard History Series.

CHAPTER 3: Autograph Collecting Supplies. CHAPTER 4: Finding Your Niche. CHAPTER 5: Finding Celebrity Addresses. CHAPTER 6: Through The Mail (TTM) Collecting. CHAPTER 7: Real or Fake? CHAPTER 8: In-Person (IP) Collecting. CHAPTER 9: Comic-Cons and Private Signings. CHAPTER 10: Buying Autographs. CHAPTER 11: Storage & Display. CHAPTER 12: Social Sharing. CHAPTER 13: Selling Your Collection. CHAPTER 14: The Future of Autograph Collecting. Appendix A: NFL Football Addresses. Appendix B: Major League Baseball Addresses. Appendix C: AAA Baseball Addresses. Appendix D: Movie and TV Studio Addresses. Appendix E: International TTM Postage Guide. He is active on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and other social networking sites where he shares his love and knowledge of the hobby with thousands of fans and followers.

Rounding out this comprehensive guide is care and maintenance information, including how to properly clean leather, polish hardware, fix a broken leg, and replace felt pads, as well as recipes to make your own wax, shellac, varnish, stain, and more. Pourny’s practical advice on all things antique is coupled with historical notes.” —Time “A comprehensive but accessible guide to restoration that lays out everything you need to know about making over wooden furniture.” —Martha Stewart Living. “Authority wafts from [Pourny’s] handsome how-to book like the sweet smell of lemon oil.” — New York Times “A practical, visual guide for anyone who wants to restore a cherished heirloom or simply correct a water stain.” —San Francisco Chronicle. This guide will find a wide audience among those who simply want to learn about and appreciate good furniture, as well as those who are more hands-on.” — Publishers Weekly , starred review. Descended from a long line of artisans, he was reared in his father’s atelier in the South of France and apprenticed at his uncle Pierre Madel’s legendary antiques shop on rue Jacob in Paris.

The Kissing Hand, used by millions of parents and children starting school or facing separation, is now brought to life in an ebook. She takes her son's hand, spreads his tiny fingers into a fan and kisses his palm--smack dab in the middle: "Chester felt his mother's kiss rush from his hand, up his arm, and into his heart." Whenever he gets lonely, she advises, he is to press his hand to his cheek and "that very kiss will jump to your face and fill you with toasty warm thoughts." Sprinkled with hearts and flowers, Harper and Leak's paintings of the raccoons and their woodland habitat are pleasant if sentimental.

With over 630 striking color photos and illustrations, this Chinese art guide focuses on the rich tapestry of symbolism which makes up the basis of traditional Chinese art. "An ideal keepsake for collectors and art lovers, Chinese Art explores meanings behind the plethora of common motifs and symbols found in all sorts of Chinese art. A perfect reference for collectors, museum-goers, docents, students of Chinese art, and anyone else with a serious interest in the culture and history of China, the book includes both Chinese and Pinyin text, over 630 illustrations (including references to on-line collections), an extensive index in both Chinese and English, a bibliography, and a list of recommended museums and other places to visit with interesting collections of Chinese art.

A Christmas party for the upper crust of the small Texas town of Maycroft turns tragic when the hostess ends up dead. "Sharpe Edge was a great combination of friendship, romance, and a good mystery to solve." They are the perfect cozy mysteries - light, funny, well written, with a good story line, and interesting characters. "Deena is a bumbling Columbo, meddling, lovable, caring, getting herself into situations with no thoughts of the consequences. Lisa B. Thomas is a former high school Journalism and English teacher who writes fiction and creative non-fiction.

Using various techniques such as braising, stewing, roasting, baking, stovetop, and frying, Le French Oven will teach how to create appetizers, soups, main courses, desserts, and more. It includes information about the major French made cocotte brands, and how to use them to create fabulous recipes such as Warm Mushroom Custards with Garlic Toast, French Carrot Rice Soup, Basque-Style Paella, Two-Hands Praying Rack of Lamb Roast, Lemony Braised Chicken with Green Olives, and Beef Pot-au-Feu. "Le French Oven is an original approach to a flavorful French-inspired cuisine that can easily be made in any American kitchen. Le French Oven will become an essential part of your home, and if it doesn’t fall apart from loving use, you’ll gladly pass it down to your children." Using various techniques such as braising, stewing, roasting, baking, stovetop, and frying, Le French Oven will teach how to create appetizers, soups, main courses, desserts, and more." "Le French Oven is an original approach to a flavorful French-inspired cuisine that can easily be made in any American kitchen. Le French Oven will become an essential part of your home, and if it doesn’t fall apart from loving use, you’ll gladly pass it down to your children." She is a long time food columnist and restaurant critic for New Hampshire Magazine and her work has been featured in the Boston Globe, French Entree, Connecticut Home Living, Hartford Magazine, Tastes of New England, CelebrationNH, ParisLuxe.com, Bonjour Paris, and other regional, national, and international publications.

144 new pages for a grand total of 528 pages of pure Smith & Wesson 14 new revolver models added since last edition Dozens of new variations of the M&P pistol New S&W rifles and shotguns, including many new M&P 15 rifles Hundreds of detailed, full-color photos Smith & Wesson gun values and collector information. Jim Supica is Director of NRA Museums.