Black Postcard Price Guide (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

~ (Author) "On September 10, 1995, the first edition of the "Black Americana Postcard Price Guide" was released..." (more)
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"The Black Postcard Price Guide," 2nd Edition was released on July 1, 1999. The former title was "Black Americana Postcard Price Guide" which has sold out. The new edition is greatly enlarged and all values are updated if warranted. There are over 730 great images (700 of which are new to this edition!) and 400 pages. The 12 and 10 exciting categories include Artist-Signed(with many checklist additions); Unsigned Artists; Advertising; Real Life with many additions; Real Photos (great changes and new prices); Sports (many additions); Entertainers; Topicals; and two brand new chapters on Social History and Lynching. The book was written by author J.L. Mashburn (his ninth on postcards).

This book, although a terrific reference postcard price guide, is also a tremendous book for students and scholars of black studies as it relates black and Black Americana Social History for this entire century...all on postcards.

About the Author

J.L. Mashburn is a former Chemist and laboratory manager who has been a postcard collector of blacks and African-Americans for over 36 years. His priceguides are well received throughout the world and are used as standards by the collecting fraternity.

Product Details

• Paperback: 400 pages
• Publisher: Colonial House (July 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1885940068
• ISBN-13: 978-1885940063
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #929,631 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Another excellent reference from the expert..., March 3, 2001

By	Laura Haggarty (Northern KY USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

Mashburn creates some of the best reference books on postcards there are, no question about it. And this book is a powerful addition to any deltiologist's library, especially if they have an interest in postcards that depict African Americans.

As always, Mashburn goes out of his way to provide value. This book contains over 380 pages of information, thousands of black and white photographs, a wonderful index, and price guides. The guide includes information on the following topics: Artist Signed; Unsigned Artists; Advertising; Real Life; Real Photos; Sports; Entertainers; Topicals; Social History; and Lynchings.

All in all this book is a must-have for any serious postcard collector or dealer. It's full of useful information, and wonderful just to sit and look through at the many fabulous cards shown. Don't hesitate to buy this book!