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THE COLLECTOR'S DICTIONARY OF THE SILVER AND GOLD OF GREAT BRITAIN AND NORTH AMERICA by Michael Clayton Introduction by A.G. Grimwade New York: The World Publishing Company, 1971. First American edition, first printing. Fine in black cloth with gilt embossed decoration to the front cover, and with gilt embossed titles to the spine, top page edges gilt, black-and-white headband and tail-band; in a nearly fine dust jacket with a hint of rubbing to the extreme shelf edges; original $35.00 price still intact to the front inner flap. Illustrated in brilliant color and striking black and white plates on almost every page. A comprehensive dictionary of the work of British and North American goldsmiths and silversmiths from the Middle Ages through the 19th century. The entries offer a bounty of details including identifying marks, craftsmen, styles, history, culture, techniques, influences, types, uses, dates, comparisons, and more. Quarto; 351 pages. FREE SHIPPING TO THE USA PLEASE VIEW OUR STORE FOR MORE GREAT FIRST EDITION BOOKS THANKS!