Sold as a lot of 66 titles, (89 total pieces due to some duplicates), an impressive collection of virtually all hard cover books, with dust jacket, all signed and some also inscribed by the authors, the majority of them familiar and household names...

Published in 2003 by Harry Abrams, a small hardcover with jacket featuring colored photos/examples of Lalique jewelry and glass. The jacket shows light wear...110pp.

Book: Concubines and Courtesans: Women in Chinese Erotic Art (F. M. Bertholet).

This dazzling array of exquisite and intimate art from one of the world's most renowned collectors covers more than three centuries of Chinese erotic art. This opulently illustrated volume offers a wide-ranging examination of erotic artefacts from the end of the Ming Dynasty, around 1600, to the heyday of Shanghai in the 1920s...

A clean fresh copy of the attractive book "Masters of Light/Plein-Air Painting in California 1890-1930, published 2002, by the Irvine Museum. This First Edition (stated) copy is signed by both Joan Irvine Smith, and Jean Stern, two figures featuring prominently in the promotion of California plein-air paintings in the past thirty or so years...

Highlights from the Gillett G. Griffin Collection with an essay written by Laura J. Mueller. Published by Princeton University 2009. The catalog notes 56 prints - 16 are featured in color. Soft cover.

The Badge is an official United State Government issues, Made in Sterling Silver as some fortunate Marshals received. 65mm by 55mm.

In the late 1800's when the United States Marshals were under the Justice Department, some badges were ordered by the Justice Department. As far as it can be determined, these badges were circle and cut out stars. "UNITED STATES MARSHAL" They were hallmarked U. S. MARSHAL, stamped...

A rare signed first edition of Fukushima Keidō’s 福島慶道 (1933-2011) book roughly translating to Spirit of Dhammapada ) (Hokkugyō no kokoro 法句経のこころ) , published in 2001. Book is in Japanese. Publisher is Shunjyū-sha, 211 pages, 20 cm. ISBN 9784393143971. Inscribed Buddha Mind (佛心) on flyleaf, signed Tōfuku Kanchō Keidō, and with two of his seals: Rinzai True Sect and Head of Ennichi-zan (Ennichizan is the mountain name for Tōfuku-ji)...

New definitive issue of stamps, QE II, 12th June 1973

DESCRIPTION: “The Inro Handbook, Studies of Netsuke, Inro and Lacquer” was written for collectors who have discovered the delights of the miniature Japanese art forms. This authoritative and enlightening book offers a wealth of valuable information and is written by one of the foremost collectors and scholars in the field, Raymond Bushell...

Published in 2014, this is a page proof facsimile preview of the finalized book written by Sufi teacher, Sherif Baba. A cloth bound edition in excellent condition (with the exception of a few front pages rippled at the bottom), the book includes a series of transcriptions of an event at which Sherif discusses in depth the most important aspects of Sufism, i.e. Basmala. 478pp.

A soft cover book written by Lois Wasserspring and published in 2000 by Chronicle Books, San Francisco. In fine condition, the book highlights several artists. 131pp. Like new.

A beautiful Canada Royal Canadian Mint 925 sterling silver (34 gram) coin issued as part of the Chinese lunar calendar commemorative series. Issued in a limited strike of 68,888 pieces this example is number 13858. This coin includes the certificate of authenticity, the sealed, encapsulated coin with a gold plated horse inset cameo, the book-style red velvet fitted case with gold plated corners and silk lining, and the original red cardboard box...

A beautiful Canada Royal Canadian Mint 925 sterling silver (34 gram) coin issued as part of the Chinese lunar calendar commemorative series. Issued in a limited strike of 68,888 pieces this example is number 38814 and is from the Year of the Snake 1991. This coin includes the certificate of authenticity, the sealed, encapsulated coin with a gold plated horse inset cameo, the book-style red velvet fitted case with gold plated corners and silk lining, and the original red cardboard box...

A lot of memoir-style books by sports celebrities, in all 10 titles, 12 pieces total, the works all in dust jacket, save for one paperback, and ALL SIGNED by the author, some inscribed, the earliest 1990, the latest 2017. Included are works by baseball figures, Olympians, long distance swimmer Diana Nyad, tennis pro Pete Sampras, sports announcer Al Michaels...

A 2005 Canada 5 dollars End of World War II pure silver coin in the case. This Royal Canadian Mint commemorative specimen (proof) finish with frosted highlights is one of 25,000 struck (this one is #22944). It includes the hard plastic swing-open red presentation case, the sponge-backed mounting platform, the original sealed coin capsule and the original certificate of authenticity. The coin is 99.99% silver and it weighs 31.9 grams...

A 2002 American Historical Society painted .999 silver American Eagle silver bullion dollar coin in the original case with letter of authenticity. The 1-1/2" encapsulated coin is colourized on both sides and it is in the original as issued condition. This item is in excellent as issued condition with no losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use...

Fine Reference Book for Ancient Chinese Bronzes

Archaic Chinese Bronzes by Christian Deydier

This superbly produced book covers the first known Chinese bronzes through to and including those produced by the Shang Dynasty. It is very well researched and packed full of interesting background information as well as being extensively illustrated...

A spakling Genuine Natural Beryl EMERALD GEMSTONE with Certificate @ 2.13 carat. Size: 9.06 x 7.19 x 4.84 mm.