Hardcover. Collecting insulators is synonymous with collecting history. Ever since the first telegraph line was constructed by Samuel Morse in 1844, glass, plastic, and other insulators have played an important part in our technological society. They have made it possible to carry telegraph, telephone, and electrical power lines over vast distances, connecting the nation and the world. This is the first book ever to graphically demonstrate the hundreds of beautiful colors to be found on insulators throughout the world. There are over seven hundred color photographs, each with a descriptive caption to guide both the beginner and advanced collector through a huge assortment of designs and manufacturers. Each photograph carries a current value for the item shown. No other book captures the beauty found within this colorful and historical hobby. AUTHOR: Mike Bruner resides in Clarkston, Michigan. He has been collecting insulators since 1972, has served as the President of the National Insulator Association (NIA), and has published its newsletter, Drip Points. He is the author of several other books. A curated guide to 700 antique insulators, for both beginner and advanced collectors. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Title: The Definitive Guide to Colorful Insulators (Hardcover)
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd, Atglen
Publication Date: 1999
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0764310453
ISBN 13: 9780764310454
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: new

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A curated guide to 700 insulators, for both beginner and advanced collectors.

Collecting insulators is synonymous with collecting history! This is the first book to graphically demonstrate the hundreds of beautiful colors to be found on insulators throughout the world. There are over seven hundred color photographs capturing the fascinating range, each with a descriptive caption to guide both the beginner and advanced collector through a huge assortment of designs and manufacturers.

Ever since the first telegraph line was constructed by Samuel Morse in 1844, glass, plastic, and other insulators have made it possible to carry telegraph, telephone, and electrical power lines over vast distances, connecting the world. With this book, capture the beauty found within this colorful and historical hobby.

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Mike Bruner resides in Clarkston, Michigan. He has been collecting insulators since 1972, has served as the President of the National Insulator Association (NIA), and has published its newsletter, Drip Points. He is the author of several other books.

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