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A Practical Guide to Collecting Civil War [Paperback]

James P. Mesker (Author)
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October 2001
This informative Civil War collector’s guide will give you an idea of where to look, how much to pay, and how to keep mistakes to a minimum when collecting Civil War memorabilia. The author educates the reader on recognizing the value of items, emphasizes primary sources, and advises on collecting period representations. Additionally, strong focus is on the less obvious collectible with emphasis on detail and usage.

Tales of the hunt are also included! This book features specific experiences in the never-ending pursuit of Civil War artifacts and entertains you with anecdotes of rewards and retributions throughout the chapters.

The guide is annotated at every step with sources of information that the reader will learn how to access. And, since it is also illustrated with photographs of the described items, the book gives the reader a strong base of knowledge in the specialized collecting field.


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About the Author

James P. Mesker received his education at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. As a historical researcher and archivist, he has been the subject of articles in the Cleveland Plain Dealer Metro section while a volunteer with the Western Reserve Historical Society and Cleveland Landmarks Commission. Mesker has pursued an avocation in collecting Civil War memorabilia for 42 years, and in 1993, 1995, and 1996 was recognized with Best in Show trophies at Gettysburg and Harpers Ferry Civil War shows.

From a pioneering Cleveland, Ohio, family and a direct descendant of a Civil War veteran, he is currently senior vice commander of the Sons of Union Veterans, Garfield Camp, Cleveland, and actively participates in reenactments and living histories.


Product Details

  • Paperback: 76 pages
  • Publisher: Burd Street Press (October 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1572491434
  • ISBN-13: 978-1572491434
  • Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 5.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,659,631 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars "Practical Guide" Has What You Need, November 17, 2001
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As someone who is always looking for the right price and a good value, I was extremely pleased with the purchase of this book. The author provides you with a wealth of detail, including prices, that will be a great resource when making the rounds of shows and antique markets. Most of all, I like the down-to-earth approach of this book. The author uses humor and plain language, which makes it enjoyable to read. Also on the plus side, the book is well-organized and easy to find what you need. To me, that means I'll be able to use it while hunting for Civil War treasures. Any reader will also appreciate the clear and well-chosen photographs. I highly recommend this book for collectors at any level of expertise.
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