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This book follows the format of the author's popular SILVERPLATED FLATWARE: AN IDENTIFICATION & VALUE GUIDE, now in its 4th edition. Over 1,800 patterns of sterling flatware dating from the mid-nineteenth century to those presently in production are illustrated either by line drawings or clear pictures. The patterns are coded to a PRICE GUIDE located in the front of the book. Extremely clear line drawings of manufacturer marks are illustrated not only in the Index to Marks, but also each pattern page includes the appropriate maker mark. There is also a section showing various place & serving pieces ranging from the ordinary to the unusual. The author oversees one of the most comprehensive flatware matching services in the country (Money Magazine, April 1988) & has held seminars on sterling & silverplated flatware. Numerous articles on flatware have been published in collector magazines & newspapers by this author. This book is a MUST for any reference library. Order by phone toll-free 1-800-528-7425. Credit cards accepted.Hagan, Tere is the author of 'Sterling flatware: An identification and value guide' with ISBN 9780962910500 and ISBN 0962910503.
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