The only book of its kind to cover popular scientific and technological instruments The prices of Science and Technology items are steadily on the increase, and more and more items are coming on to the market as people become aware of what they have. The steadiness of the market is an indication of its strong base, Skinner's auctioneers hold at least one major sale a year with many buyers traveling from afar, and concentrate on the middle market which is particularly good at present. Items are available from under $ 100 ...
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The only book of its kind to cover popular scientific and technological instruments The prices of Science and Technology items are steadily on the increase, and more and more items are coming on to the market as people become aware of what they have. The steadiness of the market is an indication of its strong base, Skinner's auctioneers hold at least one major sale a year with many buyers traveling from afar, and concentrate on the middle market which is particularly good at present. Items are available from under $ 100 right up to the recent record-breaking $ 60,000 musical box or $ 70,000 for ENIAC a piece of the first computer. Miller's Collecting Science & Technology offers the collector an overview of this huge subject. It concentrates on what is accessible and affordable, and gives historical information on manufacturers and makers combined with essential collecting advice. By putting pieces in their context with a price range, the collector can assess what is valuable-whether in terms of investment or of interest. Scientific instruments have long held a fascination for collectors, and while some of the earliest instruments may be out of reach for all but the top collectors, there is still an excellent range of intersting and affordable items available. For clarity and ease of reference the book is organized by type of object, starting with the more traditional, such as sundials, astronomical and surveying instruments, and globes, through to domestic and office equipment such as cameras, weights and measures, musical boxes, and gramophones. Special features appear throughout, and every item illustrated is given a price range. Expert advice on what to look for and what to avoid isgiven. Identifying reproductions and fakes is covered, as well as professional tips on how to display and care for your collection. With the emphasis on modern technology, Miller's Collecting Science & Technology is the essential guide for anyone interested in this intriguing area of collecting.
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2001 Copyright Date, 160 pages, 7.5 x 10.5 in size, Hardcover with dustjacket in protected mylar cover (removable). Out-of-Print. Nice Color Photos! Book is Unused. Book is completely intact with inside pages in Excellent Condition with no tears and with no notations (no pencil marks, no underlining, no highlighting, etc. )
