Antiques Roadshow Collectibles

Thanks to Antiques Roadshow, the highest rated, long running prime-time series on PBS, with millions of viewers a week, we are a nation seeking fortune in our attics. And thanks to Antiques Roadshow Primer, with 572,000 copies in print, we are highly antiques-literate. But there's another audience out there, too, showing up ever more frequently on Antiques Roadshow--those obsessive, bitten-by-the-bug collectors. Bring on the "Maltese Falcon" posters! Celebrating the collectible--that 20th-century object that brings with it less monetary value than passion, nostalgia, quirky appeal, and just plain pleasure--ANTIQUES ROADSHOW COLLECTIBLES focuses on 12 major areas that inspire both the thrill of the chase and the thrill of discovery: furniture, photographs, posters and illustration art, costume jewelry and wristwatches, dolls, toys, advertising memorabilia, sports, glass and pottery, and more. A guide to value rather than price, it is packed with a wealth of information that will help turn any interested flea market fiend into a first-class collector. From the innovative design of Bertoia chairs to the high-quality crafting of costume jewely to the surprising variety of PEZ dispensers, here are 416 pages brimming with information. Bound into the book is a 32-page full-color section, while hundreds of black-and-white photographs illustrate every chapter. There are Antiques Roadshow discoveries, tips from experts and appraisers, the steps to becoming a focused collector--even how to use pieces without compromising their value. After all, isn't it more fun to eat off the Fiesta ware?

Offers tips on identifying, collecting, and caring for furniture, photographs, posters and illustration art, costume jewelry and wristwatches, dolls, toys, advertising and sports memorabilia, and glass and pottery.

Tells how to investigate the history of furniture, silver, jewelry, clocks, toys, and books, and how to select an appraiser.

An all-access pass to America's first (and favorite) reality television program -- boasting over ten million viewers each week -- Antiques Roadshow! If you're a fan of PBS's top-rated Antiques Roadshow, you've probably wondered -- what would it take to get your family treasure on the program? What happens to the antiques after the show airs? Are the appraisers ever wrong? And will Antiques Roadshow come to my hometown? In this four-color, fully illustrated guide to America's favorite treasure-hunting program, Antiques Roadshow Behind the Scenes reveals inside information about the participants, the appraisers, the fans, and the antiques that make up the show, direct from the woman who makes it all happen -- executive producer Marsha Bemko. Learn what it really takes to put on a Roadshow event (and why certain cities are more likely to get a visit from the show than others), who gets chosen to be on air (and what items producers are really looking for), what it takes to be an appraiser (and how even the experts make mistakes) ... and what happens when things go terribly wrong (such as the occasional antique that turns out to have been stolen!). In addition, learn which books, websites, and resources your favorite appraisers recommend, and get updates on some of the most popular and notorious items ever featured on the show. From priceless tips to the juicy family secrets hidden in dusty heirlooms, Antiques Roadshow Behind the Scenes is both an invaluable resource and a fascinating slice of Americana.

A must-have A-Z guide to antiques and collectables - from Judith Miller and the BBC's Antiques Roadshow Keep right up to date with what's happening in the antiques and collectables world with Judith Miller and The Antiques Roadshow's essential guide to buying, selling, and collecting. From creamware to costume jewellery, Murano glass to Bauhaus, over 3,000 entries draw on the expertise and experience of the BBC's Antiques Roadshow specialists. Find accurate, informative and practical definitions, helping you to identify pieces. Materials, techniques, what a piece is, how and when it was used are all explained. Plus, find out about key personalities in the antiques and collectables world. Essential for beginners, ideal for collectors, perfect for professionals, this is the book for any antiques and collectables enthusiast. Get more at www.antiques.dk.com with over 30,000 colour photos, descriptions and price guides.

A collection of the timeless, the priceless and the unforgettable, this beautiful compendium accompanies the beloved BBC One TV series.

What's hot, what's not and how to create the perfect collectables collection from The Antiques Roadshow If you're a serious collectables investor or an enthusiastic beginner then pick up this must-have guide to identifying and assessing collectables from The Antiques Roadshow. It covers thousands of popular items from Cranberry glass and vintage comics, to mobile phones and military medals. You'll find insider advice on collectables, with top tips on 'Starter Buys' to kick off your collection, 'What's Hot' pieces and 'Core Collection' essentials. Detailed photos show what to look out for and how to spot a good or a bad piece. Plus, key items are valued from the inexpensive to the outrageous. Packed with 'Top Finds' and stories from The Antiques Roadshow with Roadshow experts' answers to commonly asked questions, this is the ultimate visual guide for collectables lovers.