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Collecting Costume Jewelry 101: The Basics of Starting, Building and Upgrading (Identification & Value Guide) (Paperback)

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This book provides beginning collectors with friendly one-on-one advice on how to begin a collection and how to recognize good quality costume jewelry. Background information for almost 130 different manufacturers, including the author's recommendations on which pieces from each designer are the most collectible, are provided. Over 750 color photographs of costume jewelry that is within the means of most collectors are featured. There are also tips on how to upgrade a collection by selling to dealers, selling on eBay, and trading with friends; tips on how to catalog a collection using a spread sheet or a notebook; and tips on repairing, storing, and cleaning jewelry. A glossary of jewelry terms and an index of patent and design numbers round out the book. 2004 values. REVIEW: This book is a companion to the Standard Encyclopedia of Carnival Glass, 9th Edition, but can also stand alone as a handy reference guide to take along on your glass searches. Thousands of patterns, from Absentee Dragon to Zip Zip, are included, with all available colors and values listed.

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Paperback: 304 pages
Publisher: Collector Books (June 2004)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1574323806
ISBN-13: 978-1574323801
Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.4 x 0.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds

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With the popularity of online auctions such as eBay, anyone with money can acquire a first-rate collection of costume jewelry. Read the first page

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clip earrings measure, rhinestone flower pin, figural pins, navette rhinestones, unfoiled rhinestones, average size neck, clear rhinestone necklace, navette stones, pastel rhinestones, baguette rhinestones, blue aurora borealis rhinestones, clear rhinestones, rhodium finish, unmarked necklace, pendant measures, matching clip earrings, unmarked jewelry, colorful rhinestones, costume jewelry designs, starfish pin, aurora borealis stones, sterling jewelry, faceted rhinestones, brooch measures, clover pin

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Debi Reece, New York, Sarah Coventry, David Mayer, Hattie Carnegie, World War, Miriam Haskell, Rhode Island, Christian Dior, United States, Leo Glass, Western Germany, Buyers Guide, Coro Duette, Sadie Green, Alice Caviness, Les Bernard, Wendy Gell, Eisenberg Ice, Judy Lee, Kenneth Lane, Marcel Boucher, Weiss Christmas, Adele Simpson, Coro Pegasus

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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous book for a novice or seasoned jewelry collector, November 22, 2004

By	Deborah J. Reece - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Love the book! I found it to be an excellent resource with over 750 colored crisp photographs and 130 manufacturers/designers featured. It is filled with detailed background information on the manufacturers and recommendations on pieces that are most collectible. It covers designers like Weiss, Trifari, Coro and Kramer but then goes into top designers like Schreiner, Schiaparelli, Hobe', Haskell and the list goes on! I carry the book with me everywhere! The information in this book has assisted me in picking up gorgeous pieces to add to my collection. It is a must have book! Deborah Reece

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5.0 out of 5 stars FINALLY a good book!!!, January 31, 2005

By	Jessica Bowers "Antique Jewelry Lover" (PA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I love this book! Finally a good jewelry book in FULL color. I have bought a lot of jewelry books and been disappointed by good information but black & white pictures. Finally a very informative book that is also filled with tons of beautiful color pictures. It is full of all the things that you need to be a knowledgeable collector or seller. Just great - I highly recommend it for everyone!

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5.0 out of 5 stars IN A CLASS OF ITS OWN!!!!!, August 30, 2005

By	I LOVE JEWELS "jewellerygal" (Manitoba, Canada) - See all my reviews

The best book out there for novice and seasoned collectors alike. Completely packed with INFORMATION and PERFECT color pictures. EVERY maker is given a section with information on: Dates of operation, Brief history, Marks, Signature looks & styles and Recommendations for buying.
Chapters include: 1) When to Buy & When to Walk Away, 2) Four Recommended Designers for Beginners, 3) Designer-Signed Jewelry, 4) Marked by Style Jewelry, 5) Upgrading Your Colletions, 6) Repairing & Cleaning, Plus Glossary and Design Patent Numbers and U.S. Patent Numbers.
All that and the most AMAZINGLY CLEAR & UP CLOSE photos, too!
I still cannot get over what a wonderful book this is and I surely hope Julia C. Carrol is working on her second book.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Collecting Costume Jewelry 101
This book is great. I'm a novice with jewelry and this book gave me a lot of information plus a lot of pictures with prices and great explanations of each. Read more

Published 8 days ago by Gloria Kinville

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Book!
This book is amazing! It is better than I thought it would be. For someone who is just getting into collecting vintage jewelry, this book has taught me so much. Read more

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Published on May 23, 2007 by Manon Kavesky

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Vintage Costume Jewelry beginner guide
I actually bought her 2nd book (202) before buying this one (101) and while I treasure my 202 guide much more than this first one (because I'm not a beginner) - I think it is a... Read more

Published on April 2, 2007 by JMM

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Published on March 31, 2007 by C. A. Hilker

5.0 out of 5 stars My Costume jewelry reference book
This book along with the "202" book by the same author are "must have"s for costume jewelry collectors, buyers and sellers. I can't rate them highly enough.

Published on March 15, 2007 by J. C. Smith

5.0 out of 5 stars Great overview of costume jewelry
I learned many of the basics overtime and searching the internet. It is great to have so much information in one book. Read more

Published on February 24, 2007 by D. Besemer

4.0 out of 5 stars Minor flaws, overall good
As an experienced collector, I added this book to my library out of a desire to see what the latest publication for beginners looked like. Read more

Published on February 1, 2007 by D. Schneider

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!! What agreat Book on jewelry.
This is a must have for all collectors.
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This was my first vintage jewelry collecting book! It had great, basic information that helped me gain alot of knowledge in a short time. Lots of illustrations & values. Read more

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