| Sulphide Marbles Contributor(s): Block, Stanley A. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0764313401 ISBN-13: 9780764313400 Publisher: Schiffer Publishing OUR PRICE: $35.96 Product Type: Paperback Published: May 2001 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Sports & Recreation - Antiques & Collectibles |
| Dewey: 796.2 |
| LCCN: 2001000405 |
| Series: Schiffer Book for Collectors |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 8.7" W x 11.1" (3.10 lbs) 176 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Over 600 beautiful color photographs explore the fascinating art of encasing molded sulphide figures in glass marbles. Encased in clear or colored glass, molded sulphides come in many clever forms, including animals, birds, humans, mythological creatures, religious figures, mermaids, celebrities, and angels. Included with the fascinating images is a detailed text recounting the history and manufacturing techniques of sulphide marbles. Bibliography, appendices (featuring useful information about seeking marbles on the Internet, seeking marble shows and clubs), index, and tables with values by size and condition are included. This book is a must for all glass, marble, and toy fanciers, collectors, and dealers. |