will delight in this well researched, easy-to-follow reference. In
the constantly fluctuating and sometimes confusing market of
camera collectibles, this book provides an easy-to-understand
exploration of the hobby, including the most rare and highly
collectible cameras, stereoscopes, magic lanterns and slides,
Daguerrotypes, tintypes, cabinet-size images, stereo view cards
and much more.
Over 2,000 listings include production details on style, model,
material, special markings, and current pricing. Readers will
easily identify collectibles with hundreds of photographs, and a
16-page section of vivid color photos provides a glimpse of
the most rare and collectible antique cameras and
photographica on the market. This definitive reference is a
rare find in the small selection of book s on these fascinating
collectibles!