A Collector's Guide to Salem Witchcraft and Souvenirs (Schiffer Book for Collectors) [Paperback]

Pamela Apkarian-Russell (Author), Christopher J. Russell (Photographer)

Book Description

Series: Schiffer Book for Collectors | Publication Date: July 2007

The Salem Witch trials were one of the darkest chapters in American history. With absorbing historical narrative and 300 photographs, Pamela E. Apkarian-Russell recounts three hundred years of a city's past, from the trials themselves through the 1890s, when Daniel Low produced the first souvenir spoon, to years of memorabilia and collectibles. The historic sites in Salem are documented through their many changes. These tourist meccas are visited by tens of thousands of people each year, whose purchases have helped to create a photo album of printed images and a treasure trove of silver and china souvenirs showing both witches and the historic sites. Separate chapters in this book illustrate the witchcraft theme as depicted on jewelry, silverware, cups and saucers, assorted chinaware, bottled goods, and a host of other interesting items.

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About the Author

Pamela E. Apkarian-Russell is a writer and antiques dealer specializing in Salem witches, Halloween collectibles, and the supernatural. This book includes a special chapter on one of her favorite subjects-postcards.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing (July 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764304259
• ISBN-13: 978-0764304255
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,623,729 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Unique Ref. book for seasoned and aspiring collectors alike!, July 13, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: A Collector's Guide to Salem Witchcraft and Souvenirs (Schiffer Book for Collectors) (Paperback)

I had a few unusual witch items from Salem in my collection but until I purchased the book Salem Witchcraft and Souvenirs I had no ideaa just how many things were out there available to collectors like me! It is a valuable reference book with sharp photography showing P. Apkarian-Russell's vast collection and those of others. Anyone collecting witch items or interested in the history of Witchcraft Hysteria in Salem would be intrigued with this unique topical from Schiffer.

5.0 out of 5 stars Salem Witchcraft & Souvenirs, October 17, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: A Collector's Guide to Salem Witchcraft and Souvenirs (Schiffer Book for Collectors) (Paperback)

This is a look into the collectibles that were made for the Salem Witch tourist trade. Silver items that are coveted and never found are in this book to make collectors aware of items thatthat we can covet. It makes one wish one could go back in time and buy some of these gems. History of the items as well asas the trials themselves. With more and more items coming up on the internet and misidentified this book should help one and all.