An Unabridged Edition to include the following with Glory of the World (The Emerald Table) and The Divine Pymander (Hermes Trismegistus, His First Book) at book's end: History of the Tablet - Translations From: Jabir Ibn Hayyan - German of Ruska - Twelfth Century Latin -Aurelium Occultae Philosophorum - Issac Newton - Kriegsmann - Sigismund Bacstrom - Madame Blavatsky - Fulcanelli - Idres Shah - Hypothetical Chinese Original - Textual Remarks - Commentaries - General - A Commentary of Ibn Umail - Appendix - Bibliography - Glory of the World (The Emerald Table) - The Divine Pymander (Hermes Trismegistus, His First Book).

The 2023 Kovels' Antiques and Collectibles Price Guide is the most complete and best-illustrated price guide available -- with 12,500 listings and more than 3,100 full-color photographs -- from the most trusted name in the industry.

The Kovels are the most trusted source for both the casual and expert collector. With 12,500 actual prices and 3,150 full-color photographs, the guide also features exceptionally well-organized, wide-ranging, and up-to-the-minute information, and includes more tips, marks, logos, and photographs than any other competitive title. Kovels' is the only guide with prices based on actual sales from the previous calendar year, never estimates. Unlike other guides, which focus almost exclusively on English or high-priced items, Kovels' covers all American and international items and includes reasonably-priced goods. The book is organized by categories most sought-after by collectors, including depression glass, dolls, jewelry, furniture, porcelain, and sports memorabilia. Indexes, cross-references, and expert commentary throughout empower readers to collect with confidence and price their own antiques.

The collecting advantage you need If you enjoy handling and collecting Old Case and Case-Related knives you want to be sure that you have the proper knowledge and training you need to ensure that you are collecting authentic examples with knowledge as to their value. This book is an essential resource as it has a lot of examples of old authentic knives pictured and includes a comprehensive price guide to help in this regard. It also explains what to look for when acquiring these knives from the different companies and different eras. Also included is advice on how to detect and avoid buying knives that are not authentic and correct. We hope that it is an effective tool to collect and deal in rare authentic examples of old Case and Case-Related knives before 1940.

This is the complete Liber Primus from the Cicada 3301 crypto puzzle. The additional pages from later stages are also included in chronological order. This book is primarily meant for decorative purposes due to the lack of embedded metadata.

The Emerald Tablet of Hermes

Also known as The Smaragdine Table, or Tabula Smaragdina

by Hermes Trismegistus

The Emerald Tablet, also known as the Smaragdine Table, or Tabula Smaragdina, is a compact and cryptic piece of the Hermetica reputed to contain the secret of the prima materia and its transmutation. It was highly regarded by European alchemists as the foundation of their art and its Hermetic tradition. The original source of the Emerald Tablet is unknown. Although Hermes Trismegistus is the author named in the text, its first known appearance is in a book written in Arabic between the sixth and eighth centuries. The text was first translated into Latin in the twelfth century. Numerous translations, interpretations and commentaries followed.

The Tablet probably first appeared in the West in editions of the psuedo-Aristotlean Secretum Secretorum which was actually a translation of the Kitab Sirr al-Asar, a book of advice to kings which was translated into latin by Johannes Hispalensis c. 1140 and by Philip of Tripoli c.1243. Other translations of the Tablet may have been made during the same period by Plato of Tivoli and Hugh of Santalla, perhaps from different sources.

The date of the Kitab Sirr al-Asar is uncertain, though c.800 has been suggested and it is not clear when the tablet became part of this work.

Holmyard was the first to find another early arabic version (Ruska found a 12th centruy recension claiming to have been dictated by Sergius of Nablus) in the Kitab Ustuqus al-Uss al-Thani (Second Book of the Elements of Foundation) attributed to Jabir. Shortly after Ruska found another version appended to the Kitab Sirr al-Khaliqa wa San at al-Tabi a (Book of the Secret of Creation and the Art of Nature), which is also known as the Kitab Balaniyus al-Hakim fi'l- Ilal (book of Balinas the wise on the Causes). It has been proposed that this book was written may have been written as early as 650, and was definitely finished by the Caliphate of al-Ma'mun (813-33).

The collecting advantage you need If you enjoy handling and collecting Old Case and Case-Related knives you want to be sure that you have the proper knowledge and training you need to ensure that you are collecting authentic examples with knowledge as to their value. This book is an essential resource as it has a lot of examples of old authentic knives pictured and includes a comprehensive price guide to help in this regard. It also explains what to look for when acquiring these knives from the different companies and different eras. Also included is advice on how to detect and avoid buying knives that are not authentic and correct. We hope that it is an effective tool to collect and deal in rare authentic examples of old Case and Case-Related knives before 1940.

The brand new, up-to-date guide to the collectibles market for 2021-2022. Whether you're buying or selling, this is the book you need.
All images new for this edition.

Miller's Collectibles Handbook & Price Guide 2021-2022 is the up-to-date guide to the collectables market no dealer, collector or auctioneer should be without. Featuring more than 4,000 objects in full color, each with a detailed description and price range, the book also shows you how to spot that rare example that may be worth twenty times more than another piece.

In-depth features explain why one piece is worth more than another, show how to value an item and teach you to be your own expert when appraising everything from 20th-century glass to costume jewelry.

Comprehensive sections cover a wide range of objects, with additional pages on pencils, toys, vintage handbags, trunks and costume jewelry for this edition.

Every image is changed for every edition to keep the book up-to-date with collecting and buying trends. Miller's Collectibles Handbook & Price Guide 2021-2022 is the only full-color, fully-illustrated collectables price guide in the world.

If you want to learn everything about fountain pens, then check out HowExpert Guide to Fountain Pens. You will learn how to find, use, clean, maintain, and love fountain pens from A to Z

Fountain pens are not ancient relics, and they're not pens made of feathers that you dip into an ink vial. That would be a quill. They are part of a bustling and modern industry backed by users, collectors, and enthusiasts worldwide. And by the end of this book, you might be one of them.

In HowExpert Guide to Fountain Pens, you'll discover all you need to know about:

- What a fountain pen is

- How to write with a fountain pen

- How to clean a fountain pen

- How to make sure your fountain pen performs at its best

- Ways to use a fountain pen like daily reflection journaling and letter writing

- Fountain pen collecting

- How ink and paper make a difference in your writing

- Why fountain pens can be so expensive

- And so much more

In this guide, there will also be tips, tricks, and warnings to ensure that your fountain pen maintenance takes no more effort than it has to. Collecting and writing with fountain pens are supposed to be part of an enjoyable hobby. It's not supposed to stress you out. The tips and lessons inside this guide will ensure that your experience is smooth as a nib on paper.

Check out HowExpert Guide to Fountain Pens and learn all about fountain pens starting today

About the Expert

Lauren Traye is a life-long stationery enthusiast turned fountain pen fanatic. She's been collecting and using fountain pens for well over two years and enjoys spreading her knowledge to her friends, family, and anyone who will listen. Over the years, she's amassed a collection of over 20 pens, 18 bottles of ink, and countless ink samples. She's not running out of ink any time soon. Her preferred pen will have a fine or medium nib and will always be inked with something purple. When she's not tending to her fountain pen collection or roaming the internet for her next acquisition, she enjoys bullet journaling, reading, and spending time with her two adorable kittens.

HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.

If you check your change for special coins or want to know which coins are rare and valuable, this is the guide for you.

If you're interested in UK error coins struck by The Royal Mint, explore the 28 coin error types. Full colour images of over 100 error coins, including never before published images from The Royal Mint Museum collection.

All error types include a guide value range and are ranked / ordered based on Severity, Rarity and Desirability.

This book takes you on a Coin Hunting journey, covering everything you need to know to profit from UK circulation coins in 2024. Expert Coin Hunting advice including how to access more coins, what to check and what to look for.

Covers all UK coin denominations, with images and guide prices for all 50p, 2 and A to Z 10p coins in circulation. Plus a Top 20 list of the most valuable coins in circulation today.

Learn about the minting process, this will help you spot coins that are genuine errors and those that are not. Plus a Top 10 list of the most popular coin errors featured in UK press articles.

Created during the Great Depression by the U.S. Forest Service, this guide was designed to provide environmental safety and maintenance advice for visitors to national forests and parks. Loaded with finely crafted drawings and plans for outdoor stoves and fireplaces, this manual offers a window into a bygone era of handyman activity as well as a wealth of still-useful information for building barbecue pits, chimneys, warming units, and other outdoor heating sources.
Coverage includes considerations of general design problems and their solutions; discussion of detailed designs, from foundations to chimneys; construction materials, including iron, brick, concrete, stone, and sand; and specific types of camp stoves and fireplaces. Do-it-yourselfers interested in older construction techniques will find this volume a source of many tried-and-true ideas and methods.

A true adventure story and the go-to guide for picking American treasures from anyone's backyard, straight from the stars of History's American Pickers

In these pages, professional treasure hunters Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz chronicle their road trips across the American countryside in search of rusty gold to buy and sell among the picking world's one-of-a-kind characters. Whether you are a fan of the show or just like finding hidden riches, you will love seeing what Wolfe and Fritz dig up and enjoy meeting the devoted collectors, extreme stockpilers, and elite dealers who they encounter along the way.

Wolfe and Fritz do not deal in fine antiques. Their secondhand treasures are of the down-and-dirty and sometimes even bizarre variety, from old bicycles and vintage tools, to sun-bleached cars and handmade furniture, retired carnival games and unusual taxidermy. Assisted by Danielle Colby, who helps out at Antique Archaeology, Wolfe and Fritz buy on the cheap and then sell to dealers, art directors, interior designers, or anyone looking for a little bit of authentic Americana. The three now share their secrets to finding hidden gems, offering helpful hints that will show what average Americans can do to find the treasures that await them.

From American Pickers Guide to Picking:

Junk is Beautiful

When we knock on a door, 90 percent of the time the things we find are junk. But we don't care about the odds; a picker never turns down an opportunity, no matter where it is. We've picked pickup trucks. We've picked flat beds. We've picked dumpsters. We even picked a Mercury Sable. We're looking for the unusual, the impossible, the funky, the different, the bizarre-things we have never seen before. And we'll go anywhere we have to go to find it.

No location is off-limits to a hard-core picker. And there's plenty of things to be found at antique stores, thrift and consignment shops, flea markets, estate sales, and swap meets, and a lot of the tips in this book apply to finding treasures at these joints. But that's not really the kind of picking we do anymore. We look outside the box to find our junk-a word we use almost like a term of endearment: to us: junk is beautiful.

A delight. All the Best Rubbish is one of those rare volumes that both instruct and entertain. I recommend it to any collector. --Harold L. Peterson, Chief Curator, US National Park Service

Ivor Noel Hume, the former chief archaeologist of Colonial Williamsburg, offers a delightful, anecdotal, and informative celebration of the joys of collecting.

In his newly revised edition, All the Best Rubbish traces the fascinating history of collecting from its recorded beginnings and describes the remarkable detective work that goes into establishing the probable facts about uncovered and often underappreciated treasures. Now expanded with hints, tips, and helpful information about antique-hunting online, All the Best Rubbish is the ideal book for the antiquarian or amateur.

No l Hume has pursued bottles, pottery, clocks, and coins through junk shops, street markets, attics, and cellars on two continents. He's unearthed the most fascinating--and valuable--rubbish from the most unlikely places: the shores of the Thames in London; the lagoons of the Caribbean; the bottom of Martha Washington's well. Hume knows everything that's worth knowing about collecting--why we do it, what we can find, where we can find it, and what we can learn from it.

If you want to learn everything about fountain pens, then check out HowExpert Guide to Fountain Pens. You will learn how to find, use, clean, maintain, and love fountain pens from A to Z

Fountain pens are not ancient relics, and they're not pens made of feathers that you dip into an ink vial. That would be a quill. They are part of a bustling and modern industry backed by users, collectors, and enthusiasts worldwide. And by the end of this book, you might be one of them.

In HowExpert Guide to Fountain Pens, you'll discover all you need to know about:

- What a fountain pen is

- How to write with a fountain pen

- How to clean a fountain pen

- How to make sure your fountain pen performs at its best

- Ways to use a fountain pen like daily reflection journaling and letter writing

- Fountain pen collecting

- How ink and paper make a difference in your writing

- Why fountain pens can be so expensive

- And so much more

In this guide, there will also be tips, tricks, and warnings to ensure that your fountain pen maintenance takes no more effort than it has to. Collecting and writing with fountain pens are supposed to be part of an enjoyable hobby. It's not supposed to stress you out. The tips and lessons inside this guide will ensure that your experience is smooth as a nib on paper.

Check out HowExpert Guide to Fountain Pens and learn all about fountain pens starting today

About the Expert

Lauren Traye is a life-long stationery enthusiast turned fountain pen fanatic. She's been collecting and using fountain pens for well over two years and enjoys spreading her knowledge to her friends, family, and anyone who will listen. Over the years, she's amassed a collection of over 20 pens, 18 bottles of ink, and countless ink samples. She's not running out of ink any time soon. Her preferred pen will have a fine or medium nib and will always be inked with something purple. When she's not tending to her fountain pen collection or roaming the internet for her next acquisition, she enjoys bullet journaling, reading, and spending time with her two adorable kittens.

HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.

In this second volume of The fashion trends of Ackermann's Repository we look into the next 5 years of the life of the periodical, from 1814 until the end of 1818.
At this time of his life Rudolph Ackermann is an established print seller, book-seller, publisher and businessman, among other successful ventures.
His Repository of Arts shop has grown and now consists of gallery, tea room, circulating library, and he hosts a regular evening talk for invited guests. The periodical is successful and well established, boosting thousands of subscribers.
By this time he has created a recognizable brand, especially with his coloured plates, and without subscribing to any political views himself, R. Ackermann continues to deliver cutting edge information on current movements in politics and culture. In its pages The Repository continues to exhibit artwork by those who were not admitted into the Royal Academy, such as engravers, draftsmen and colorists.
Ackermann successfully establishes business based on hand coloured aquatint plates, and in 1818 this has made him one of the first British publishers to operate and own lithography press, which explains the appearance of more lithography plates on the pages of the magazine during this period.

This instalment of the series starts with the 11th volume of the publication and ends with volume 6 of the second series. After volume 14 the original series ends, and the second series begin in December of 1815 with volume 1

anew. What necessitated the change was Ackermann's eventual realization that the primary audience of The Repository should be women, and shifted the tone and content of articles toward women, including fashion and cultural events as the primary topics. His shift, along with that of other publishers, encouraged female consumption by characterizing it as a patriotic and virtuous exhibition of taste in the home. ( Bermingham; Katherine D. Harris).

As of January 1816 the periodical continues with revamped content as Volume 1, Second Series. With this shift, we see the departure of the hunting and military portrait plates, of the first 5 years of the periodical, and the arrival of scenic and romantic travel plates, more consistent continuation of the needlework patterns and the new pictorial cards.
The fashion plates offer more variety in dress styles, including the first ones specifically designed for brides. Sadly, for the next 5 years (1814 - 1818) there were no more children or men's fashion styles offered. There is a marked increase in the mourning dresses for every occasion, triggered by the death in childbirth, of the popular Princess Charlotte of Wales.

By the end of 1818 The Repository of Art is the most fashionable place for the upper classes of London to visit. The magazine is eagerly anticipated by society women and has huge influence on the fashion of the day. Regardless of its shifted focus towards subjects more appreciated by the ladies of the time Ackermann continues to depict 19th century England with vibrant detail.

Unlock the secrets to the fascinating world of antiques and collectibles with the HowExpert Guide to Antiques and Collectibles: The Ultimate Handbook for Identifying, Valuing, and Preserving Antiques and Collectibles. This comprehensive guide is your ultimate resource for everything you need to know about collecting, from identifying and valuing precious items to preserving and caring for them.

- 1: Introduction - Welcome to the world of antiques and collectibles, where you'll explore the significance and appeal of collecting and how to make the most out of this guide.

- 2: Understanding Antiques and Collectibles - Learn the key definitions and distinctions, delve into the historical significance and cultural value of collectibles, and explore various categories and types.

- 3: Identifying Antiques and Collectibles - Master the art of recognizing authentic items with insights into common marks and signatures, distinguishing features by category, essential tools and techniques for identification, and avoiding common pitfalls.

- 4: Valuing Your Collection - Discover the factors affecting value, various appraisal methods, valuable resources for valuation, understanding market trends, and tips for maximizing value.

- 5: Preserving and Caring for Antiques - Protect your treasures with proper storage techniques, effective cleaning and maintenance tips, strategies to prevent damage and deterioration, the difference between restoration and preservation, and safe handling practices.

- 6: Buying Antiques and Collectibles - Navigate the market with confidence by learning where to find antiques, tips for successful negotiation, the ins and outs of auction houses, markets, and online platforms, evaluating sellers and sources, and understanding auction etiquette.

- 7: Selling Antiques and Collectibles - Prepare items for sale, set the right price, discover the best selling venues and platforms, learn how to market your collection, and master the art of negotiating sales.

- 8: Historical Context and Case Studies - Be inspired by famous antiques and their stories, lessons from notable collectors, unique case studies, the impact of historical events on collecting, and how to research your antiques.

- 9: Legal and Ethical Considerations - Understand provenance, navigate the legal aspects of buying and selling, adhere to ethical collecting practices, deal with fakes and forgeries, and comply with import and export regulations.

- 10: Building and Managing Your Collection - Start and expand your collection with tips on organizing and cataloging, diversifying your collection, securing insurance, ensuring the security of your collection, and planning for the future of your collection.

- 11: Connecting with the Collecting Community - Join collectors' clubs and associations, attend conventions and fairs, engage in online forums and social media, network with other collectors, and find mentors and experts.

- 12: Resources and Further Reading - Access recommended books and guides, online resources and databases, museums and exhibitions, educational courses and workshops, and find reliable information to further your knowledge.

- 13: Conclusion - Reflect on your collecting journey, receive encouragement for continued exploration, gain final tips and advice, and look ahead to the future of antiques and collectibles.

- 14: Appendices - Utilize a glossary of terms, checklists for collectors, contact information for appraisers and experts, sample valuation forms, and quick reference guides.

With its in-depth content and practical advice, this guide is designed for both novice and experienced collectors. Whether you're just starting your journey or looking to enhance your existing knowledge, the HowExpert Guide to Antiques and Collectibles provides everything you need to become a confident and successful collector.

This is a fun and painless way to give yourself a firm grounding in the wide wonderful world of antiques and collectibles.
Kyle Husfloen, Managing Editor, Antique Trader Weekly and Antique Trader's Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide

Do you love to poke around estate sales and antique shops, but can't tell the difference between Queen Anne and Queen Victoria furniture? Do you dream of owning that old Oriental rug or Meissen figurine -- but worry that the dealer might gouge you on the price? Do you own pieces you think might be valuable -- but don't know where to go for a reliable appraisal? Relax. Antiquing For Dummies answers all your antiquing questions--and more.

Whether you're a beginner or you've already gotten your feet wet, this fun, friendly guide will give you the savvy you need to cruise, schmooze, bargain for, and care for antiques with confidence. In no time you'll be able to:

• Tell the difference between real antiques and stuff that's just old
• Develop an antique hunt plan of attack
• Select antiques based on the 5 key points of the RADAR Test
• Discover hidden treasures at garages, estate sales, auctions, and shops
• Get the best deals when buying and selling antiques
• Decorate with antique glass and porcelain from around the world
• Clean and care for your precious finds
• Work an auction--real-time and online

Writing with humor and common sense, Ron Zoglin and Deborah Shouse demystify the highfaluting terminology of the antique world. And step-by-step they walk you through all the antiquing essential, including:

• Different furniture styles and periods of furniture and how to distinguish them
• Dovetails, nails, and other construction elements that offer clues to a piece's age
• Where to go for the best antique bargains -- includes tips on how to bid at auctions in person or online
• All about antique glass, ceramics and silver
• Integrating antiques into your life at home and at the office

Antiquing For Dummies gets you up and running with what you need to know to find, research, and negotiate prices like a pro.

Continuing the tradition of pinball collecting, The Pinball Price Guide, Ninth Edition by Pinballeric(TM) is the ideal reference for anyone-collector, buyer, or seller-trying to determine the current value and fair price of a pinball machine. The Price Guide, which covers the price values of over 2000 collectible games produced for the U.S. market from 1931-2012, is unique in that it breaks down pricing into three classes (1-Best, 2-Good, 3-OK), determined by the condition of a game's backglass, playfield, and cabinet. In addition to pricing averages, the book lists the most collectible games for each era of machine. In the Collector's Corner, there are four new articles written by industry experts who discuss collecting specific types of games: Prewar (Flipperless), Bingo-style, Woodrails, and Electro-Mechanical. Besides tips on caring for and maintaining games and a list of resources of interest to pinball enthusiasts, the book provides a useful worksheet to help get organized and understand the actual costs of buying or selling a game-beyond the game itself. Whether you are an established or beginning collector, selling a game found in the basement, or looking for an addition to your home game room, The Pinball Price Guide by Pinballeric(TM) is an essential resource for buying or selling a pinball machine.

Rudolf Ackermann was already a successful carriage-maker, paper maker, and high quality printer by the time he started the Repository of Arts, Literature, Commerce, Manufactures, Fashions, and Politics in January 1809.
This renowned British periodical ended publication in 1828 and was simply known as Ackermann's Repository during its run.
The last issue of the Repository appeared in December 1828. Ackermann's Repository covered a wide range of topics targeted to both gentlemen and ladies. The variety of the articles is reflected in the colour plates published throughout the years. From hunting and fishing, landscapes, famous places and houses, new inventions to plans for cottages and gazebos, it covered it all. In its day, it had great influence on English taste in fashion, architecture, and literature.
To this day the periodical is highly sought by collectors, with the fashion plates being one of the most prized. The quality and vibrancy of the prints are unsurpassed among the other Regency publications.
Over the years many catalogues both in print and online have been created in order to help collectors assess the completeness of the Ackermann volumes they purchase.
Like many other admirers I started with acquiring some individual engravings. Even though all plates are identified by plate number and volume in general, when trimmed for binding this helpful informationis often lost. Searching the Net in order to connect a date and other necessary information to a print I have just purchased, proved very frustrating. When purchasing a complete bound volume - quick, at a glance reference as to what plates should be included in each volume proved even harder to come by.
For me, being a visual person, the ability to see, without wasting a lot of time in various searches, was more important than anything. I needed a resource, independent of a screen, which I can take to auctions, dusty attics and antique shops.
This reference book aims to give you exactly that. It will not reveal groundbreaking or unknown facts about the publishers or the volumes, but simply give you a complete quick access to every plate published in the Ackermann's Repository, printed both in colour or black and white. Since the fashion plates are the most popular, and the only theme consistent throughout the entire run of the periodical I have given them more prominent placement.
There are four volumes in this reference series each covering 10 of the original Ackermann's Repository volumes. Each plate is identified by its year, volume and number as well as a title. A note is left in the few occasions where a number is missing, or a plate appears in a different part of the year as opposed to what was originally intended.
I hope that you will enjoy perusing the pages and find as much pleasure seeing the fashion, furniture and art tastes change through the years as I had researching the Repository.
I hope that you will be inspired to preserve the books in their entirety and enjoy the articles as much as the art work.

Learn All About Fountain Pens In One Day Use This Guide To Select, Maintain, and Enjoy A Fountain Pen

Why bother reading a book on fountain pens? Just a little bit of knowledge on these beautiful objects will help you select and enjoy a pen to its fullest. Take some time and learn all about the care, maintenance, and use of fountain pens in order to select one that works best for you.

In a world of social media, rapid emails, and beeping phones, slow down a bit and craft your next message with art, style, and intent. Pick up this book to select your implement as you craft a message that shows caring, intent, and style.

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With its initial publication in 1983, A Guide to the Makers of American Wooden Planes profoundly transformed the emphasis and direction of tool collecting. After several years of meticulous research, Thomas L. Elliott has completely redesigned, revised, and expanded this fifth edition to include entries and information accumulated since the fourth edition. The heart of this guide is the alphabetical directory of plane makers and dealers. This fifth edition now includes: 4590 biographical entries; 6160 imprint illustrations; 3030 wedge outlines; and over 3000 individual ratings for judging relative scarcity and value. Also included are sections providing insights helpful in buying and selling planes, an illustrated glossary of plane terms and styles, and an extensive bibliography for further research. This book is useful to both the beginner and the advanced collector, to historians and genealogists, and to all other with an interest in the subject.