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Buckles (Shire Library) (Shire Library) This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. . Seller Inventory # 7719-9780747806912
The humble buckle is an oft-taken for granted fastening, yet its usefulness and sturdiness has ensured that it has survived from ancient times through to the present day. The author provides a comprehensive typology of buckles, from the earliest designs to the most recent uses. With detailed records of the types of buckles from different historical periods and listings of museums where they can be found, this book offers the re-enactor essential guidance for period costumes, and provides the collector or enthusiast with the information needed to continue or begin to learning about this enduring and practical object.
About the Author: Alan and Gillian Meredith have been collecting buttons and buckles and researching their history for many years. They have one of the best collections in the United Kingdom and have appeared on television and radio talking about their collection. They have also written Buttons for Shire.
Title: Buckles (Shire Library) (Shire Library)
Publisher: Shire Publications Ltd
Publication Date: 2008
Binding: Paperback
Illustrator: Meredith, Alan
Condition: Very Good
Seller: Eastleach Books, Newbury, BER, United Kingdom
Condition: Fine. Meredith, Alan (illustrator). 1st edition. Paperback, F. 56pp, colour illustrations throughout, index, a fine copy. Shire album 477. A short monograph on all manner of buckles as a device for fastening clothing. 100 grams. Seller Inventory # 59004
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Old Hall Bookshop, ABA ILAB PBFA BA, Brackley, United Kingdom
Laminated Card Covers. Condition: Very Good. Meredith, Alan (illustrator). First Edition. 56pp, colour illustrations, pages clean and crisp, matt-laminated card covers, 477 written on small sticker on top right corner of front cover, a very good copy. Size: 8.5 x 6 Inches. Shire Publication. Seller Inventory # 017846
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Bibliomonster Books, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, U.S.A.
paperback. Condition: New. Meredith, Alan (illustrator). Seller Inventory # Y4-7FKG-AAKW
Seller: Revaluation Books, Exeter, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Brand New. Meredith, Alan (illustrator). 56 pages. 6.00x5.25x1.25 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # zk0747806918
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Meredith, Alan (illustrator). May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0747806918I4N00
Seller: moluna, Greven, Germany
Condition: New. Meredith, Alan (illustrator). Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. Offers a typology of buckles detailing the types of buckles from different historical periods and listings of museums where they can be found. This book offers guidance for period costumes, and provides the collector or enthusiast with the information neede. Seller Inventory # 857315668
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: Librairie de l'Avenue - Henri Veyrier, Saint-Ouen, FR, France
Couverture souple. Condition: Très bon état. Meredith, Alan (illustrator). In-8 broché 20,7 cm sur 15. Livre en Anglais. 56 pages. Occasion comme neuf. Poids sans emballage : 130 grammes. Entièrement illustré en couleurs. Entièrement illustré en couleurs. in-8°. Seller Inventory # 50677
Quantity: 1 available