Title: Classic Lanterns: A Guide and Reference (Schiffer Book for Collectors)
Author: Dennis Pearson
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Publication Date: 1998-07
ISBN: 0764304879
Type: Paperback
Condition: Fair
Jacket condition: None as issued
Notes: Ex-library copy with expected stickers and stamps. No writing, highlighting, marks, or creased page corners to text. Faint stain on bottom edge of book - probably a drop of coffee. Softness to cover and page corner tips. Cover fore edges have been protected with clear book tape. Bottom front corner of cover is creased. Surface, handling and edge wear to cover. Binding firm and square; no spine crease. Clearly used, but still a good reference/reading copy.
This book is a photographic investigation of the history, companies, people, places, uses, and prices of kerosene lanterns from about 1830 to 1998. Some of these lanterns are so rare they have never been photographed before. Over 80 lanterns are described in great detail, with over 200 photos and illustrations, over 80 color photos. Detailed restoration information, American and foreign lanterns, railroad lanterns, lots of barn lanterns, collecting tips, quick reference prices, and the Universal Value Calculator are included. The author is an enthusiastic restorer with over 25 years of lantern collecting experience.
