Antiques & Collectibles | Schiffer Publishing

Pinball-ology! For enthusiasts, collectors, or anyone who has flipped, bumped, or banked a silver ball, the 3rd revised edition of pinball amusements has arrived! Extensive historical research details the progression of pinball over the decades,...

Finally, here is the first complete biography of the important Navajo painter, Quincy Tahoma (1917-1956). Over 260 beautiful full color images of his paintings complement the dramatic story told of his life and career as...

This new resource is ideal for new and experienced Wade figurine collectors. Building on the success and scope of The World of Wade Figurines and Miniatures, this revised and expanded collector’s guide features hundreds of...

The definitive illustrated reference guide for cast-iron antiques, including griddles, Dutch ovens, coffee grinders, trivets, molds, broilers, teapots, and much more. The Book of Griswold & Wagner, referred to as the "blue book" by collectors,...

This expanded 2nd edition is the definitive guide to marble collecting, with over 1,400 color photographs identifying marbles. It features the main areas of interest on makers and manufacturers of marbles made of stone, minerals,...

This is a comprehensive study of American art/studio pottery, dinnerware, and other functional wares (including china painting and ceramic decoration and design) produced without a primary profit-making motivation. Researched over a period of six years,...

This comprehensive directory contains more than 2,000 biographical entries for individuals involved in American ceramic art from 1870 to 1970. It includes art/studio potters, pottery owners and managers, decorators, designers, sculptors, china painters, teachers, administrators,...

Seeing fluorescent minerals up close for the first time is an exciting experience. The colors are so pure and the glow is so seemingly unnatural, that it is hard to believe they are natural rocks....

Avon's 1875 Cape Cod pattern glass dinnerware, made from 1975 to 1993, is one of the most beautiful deep ruby patterns. Over 130 photos show the shapes and the original mold drawings, and the captions...

With over 1400 images and thorough text, this book provides new research on the Webley RIC, MP, and No. 5 revolvers, revealing examples never before seen in print. Includes new information on Webleys purchased by...

Next to Christmas, more money is spent on Halloween decorations and novelties than on any other holiday. This wonderful book has been credited with inspiring the Halloween collecting craze, giving its devotees a chance to...

United and Bally were the only two true US manufacturers of bingo pinball machines, and in the 1950s they fought an all-out battle to capture the elusive bingo pinball machine market. This comparative history details...