This comprehensive volume is an essential reference that contains over 3,000 alphabetized definitions of glassware, colors, processes, materials, forms, decorative styles, pattern motifs, noted artisans, companies, and designers, from antiquity to the present. It includes highly technical jargon and common terminology. Cross-referencing between related subjects provides an extensive overview of specific glass-related topics.
In The Encyclopedia of Shot Glasses, author Mark Pickvet combines his two previous volumes into one comprehensive guide, adding new information and creating a much simpler method of referencing the over 4,000 shot glasses he has found. This third book in a series still employs the unique catalog number system, combining a three-letter code with a three-number code, and providing a quick-reference guide for shot collectors of any degree.Pickvet features large, detailed line drawings of over 1,400 shot glasses, arranged alphabetically by catalog number in one continuous section. The catalog number below each glass gives clues as to type of ware, geographical origin, and date of manufacture, while guiding the reader to additional information in the main description and pricing guide. A brief caption is also included directly below each shot glass for searching at-a-glance.
Over 2300 illustrations display 19th and 20th century shot glasses, Many styles and materials are included that advertised whiskies and drinking establishments from elegant to common taste. They represent many diverse places, periods, and social preferences. Additional tables list thousands, each described, dated, and valued. Values are found in captions and tables.
Encompassing thousands of listings from more than 275 different manufacturers, a detailed guide to world glassware features both American and foreign pieces, including Carnival, Depression, pressed, and art glass, with up-to-date prices, descriptions, and more than two hundred photographs. Original. 10,000 first printing.
Michigan is a state so rich in automotive history that there is arguably no other state or even country for that matter can match it for sheer development, production, variety, notable figures, and general history of the automobile for that matter. Since the early 20th century, the auto industry has been Michigan's largest; Detroit after all is "The Motor City." This work traces the origins of the industry through the classic fifties, and then beyond the muscle era of the '60's and early '70's that has come back with a vengeance in modern times! You will also discover popular uses of the car in American culture found in film, television, music, and books, along with our expert panel's best picks for each year beginning with the 20th century.
Here indeed is a new, fresh history of the Great Lakes State, beginning with its ancient origins up into the 21st century. Michigan was once covered by a vast sea with odd creatures. Giant mastodons and a few mammoths once wandered the state followed by its first peoples, Native American Indians. Once Europeans arrived in the state beginning in the 17th century, conflict with Indians was inevitable as most that survived in the state were put on reservations by the later 19th century. Over the past two centuries, explore the history of the state as it has uniquely been told by decade passing through the wars: Toledo, Civil, WWI, WWII, Cold, Korea, Vietnam, and Gulf; and the other major movements that have shaped it: Fur Trade, Transportation, Prohibition, Depression, Labor, Civil Rights, Feminism, Sports, etc.
Within these pages are fantastical facts about our unique state with names, people, lighthouses, the Great Lakes, geography, county origins, and other architecture and places exclusive to Michigan. For example, Michigan has the largest source of fresh water in the world, not to mention at 3,288 miles, the most fresh water coastline of any other state. As a direct consequence, Michigan has more lighthouses than any other state as well. Inside, you will find a complete lighthouse directory. On the flip side, it is often people that make a difference and Michigan is as famous for its residents as it is for its geography and architecture. You will also find a glossary of its people who were born in Michigan and may have moved elsewhere, and others who may have been born elsewhere, but grew up, spent time, or had some other association with the state. If you love Michigan or have a connection to the state, you will find a plethora of interesting facts within.
A History of Michigan's Natural Resources is primarily a study of Michigan's Big 3 historical natural resources: agriculture, mining, and lumber. Agriculture and mining are two of the oldest industries performed by humans on the planet. They happen to be the only two means of obtaining raw materials to support great civilizations. Mining rock, minerals, and metals have all transformed peoples and cultures from primitive times to advanced civilizations. Another of nature's greatest resources is that of wood and it has served mankind well for shelter, as energy for both warmth and cooking, and for tool-making as well. Historically, Michigan has been an important state in all 3 areas whether it is cherry-growing near Lake Michigan, copper and iron mining in the Upper Peninsula, or lumbering with both soft and hard woods.
THE PREMIER PRICE GUIDE FOR GLASSWARE -- WITH MORE THAN 25,000 PRICES LISTED! -- COMPREHENSIVE. From Depression glass, Carnival glass, American art glass, and foreign glass to pressed glass, period cut glass, and modern glass, this invaluable resource features more than 25,000 listings -- bonbon dishes, flower vases, Planter's peanut containers, dinner plates, and water pitchers -- from 275 manufacturers nationwide, including Tiffany, Steuben, Anchor Hocking, Hazel Atlas, Westmoreland, Dugan, Imperial, Northwood, and many others. -- CLEAR IDENTIFICATION. Each line of glassware is identified by manufacturer, color, and pattern, with a national average selling price. -- SPECIAL FEATURES on the most popular collectibles, including expanded listings for Depression and pressed glass -- plus an extensive foreign glassware section. -- A COMPLETE GLOSSARY with a multitude of definitions, from acid etching to zwischengoldglas. -- WRITTEN BY A PROFESSIONAL. Mark Pickvet is an expert in the history of glassware. In addition, The Official Price Guide to Glassware has been vetted by glassware experts and professional art historians alike. -- A COMPLETE MARKET REVIEW. A major resource based on interviews with hundreds of dealers, collectors, and glass-collecting clubs. -- INVALUABLE TIPS. Crucial information on buying and selling, condition, and care -- plus how to detect reproductions and clever fakes. -- FULLY ILLUSTRATED.
In The Encyclopedia of Shot Glasses, author Mark Pickvet combines his two previous volumes into one comprehensive guide, adding new information and creating a much simpler method of referencing the over 4,000 shot glasses he has found. This third book in a series still employs the unique catalog number system, combining a three-letter code with a three-number code, and providing a quick-reference guide for shot collectors of any degree.Pickvet features large, detailed line drawings of over 1,400 shot glasses, arranged alphabetically by catalog number in one continuous section. The catalog number below each glass gives clues as to type of ware, geographical origin, and date of manufacture, while guiding the reader to additional information in the main description and pricing guide. A brief caption is also included directly below each shot glass for searching at-a-glance.
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