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Published in 1975 by Grosset & Dunlap, this 237-page classic guide by author Anne Gilbert offers a charming approach to collecting. Subtitled "How to find anything from bottles to royal beds—Where, How and Why," the book is a helpful roadmap for collectors navigating flea markets, auctions, and thrift shops.It provides general identification and preservation advice across popular categories, including glassware, vintage textiles, primitives, quilts, pottery, and furniture. To aid readers in identifying unique treasures, the volume features over 150 black-and-white photographs by Anthony Hume, alongside a dedicated glossary for quick terminology reference.