Books

The following is a list of books that, although not exhaustive, will provide you with a place to start in your literary quest for knowledge on antiques. If you have a book on antiques that you can't do without and it's not listed here, please email us please email us at antiques@ebay.com Be sure to include the name of the book, author, publisher, and why you think it's helpful for collectors. If you have comments on the books listed here, please let us know, and email us your "mini-review."

The Antique Atlas 1998: The Guide to Antiquing in America by Kim Leggett, David Leggett. Published by Rainy Day Publishing. Provides basic information on 15,000 antique dealers across the U.S., with a few additional notes on the best ones, plus tips on lodging and dining, if you're inclined to make an entire weekend of antiquing.

Basic Book of Antiques & Collectables by George Michael. Published by Wallace-Homestead Book Company. Chapters include furniture; glass; ceramics; metalwork; decorative art; textiles; and 36 categories of collectables.

Discovering Antiques: A Guide to the World of Antiques and Collectables by Eric Knowles. Published by De Agostini Editions. Provides basic collecting information as well as prices for highlighted items. Chapters include furniture; ceramics; glass; silver; clocks & watches; teddy bears, dolls & toys; carpets & textiles; art nouveau & art deco; and collectables.

Kovels' Antiques and Collectables Price List 1999 by Ralph & Terry Kovel. Published by Crown Trade Paperbacks. Provides tips for caring for antiques and collectables, as well as over 50,000 appraiser-approved prices.

Maloney's Antiques and Collectables Resource Directory by David Maloney Jr. Published by Antique Trader Books.

Miller's Understanding Antiques by Judith and Martin Miller. Published by Reed International Books Limited. Provides basic know-how to assess antique items. Chapters include furniture; pottery and porcelain; glass; clocks; rugs and carpets; arms and armor; art nouveau; art deco; dolls; toys; post-war design; English and American silver; and barometers.

Warman's Antiques & Collectables Price Guide by Ellen Schroy. Published by Warman Publishing Company. Contains more than 500 collecting categories with tens of thousands of price listings and hundreds of photos of the most popular antiques and collectables.

Definition of an "Antique"
How to Learn About Antiques
A Brief History of Antiques
Why People Collect Antiques
Major Categories in Antiques
Factors Influencing Value
Tips for Finding and Buying
Tips for Listing and Selling
Displaying Your Collection
Caring for Your Collection
Insuring Your Collection
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