Offers an up-to-date introduction to the hobby of antiques and collectibles, which covers the whole field from early American furniture to contemporary toys and games. This guide provides information to help readers find, identify and date antiques.

Offers an up-to-date introduction to the hobby of antiques and collectibles, which covers the whole field from early American furniture to contemporary toys and games. This basic guide provides all the necessary information which will help you find and identify antiques, discern genuine articles from reproductions, date antiques and care for your collectible treasures. Designed as a reference guide for anyone wishing to collect antiques, the book offers clear, straightforward advice on where to look for collectibles and what to do with them once you have bought them.