Condition: very_good. Gently read. May have name of previous ownership, or ex-library edition. Binding tight; spine straight and smooth, with no creasing; covers clean and crisp. Minimal signs of handling or shelving. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item for full refund. Ships USPS Media Mail.
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Condition: Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.
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Paperback. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.
Seller: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Clean Copy, May have light wear on cover/edges, otherwise very good! Established Seller, We Ship Daily!
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Paperback. Condition: New. In shrink wrap.
Seller: The Maryland Book Bank, Baltimore, MD, U.S.A.
paperback. Condition: Good. Corners are slightly bent. Used - Good.
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: New.
Language: English
Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd, Atglen, 1997
ISBN 10: 0887406335 ISBN 13: 9780887406331
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Bensenville, IL, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The invention of the friction match in England in the 1830s helped to improve the daily lives of people in ways frequently overlooked. Match holders made their appearance by the 1850s in nearly endless, striking variety. Denis B. Alsford has complied fascinating historical influences, patents, marks and over 680 color photos to she light on the developments of match holders from their beginnings to their more recent forms as commonplace household items. A wide variety of match holders are depicted including pocket, "candle-in-a-box", stand-alone and wall hanging models. Paten drawings, discussions of major manufacturers, and copy from the British magazine "Punch" add dimension as well. All who are concerned with tobacco history, collecting match holders and antiques will find this book a useful reference. Match holders, including table and pocket models, are explored in detail. The historical influences, patents, marks and photos shed light on the developments of match holders from the 1850s onward. A wide variety of match holders are depicted including pocket, "candle-in-a-box," stand-alone and wall hanging models. Discussions of major manufacturers and values included. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Language: English
Published by Firefly Books, Willowdale, ON, Canada, 2002
ISBN 10: 155297569X ISBN 13: 9781552975695
Seller: Bay Used Books, Sudbury, ON, Canada
softcover. Condition: very good. Very good condition. Light wear. Binding tight, pages clean. Former owner's name and message inside. Pictures available upon request.? nd.
Language: English
Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd, US, 1997
ISBN 10: 0887406335 ISBN 13: 9780887406331
Seller: Rarewaves USA, OSWEGO, IL, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: New. The invention of the friction match in England in the 1830s helped to improve the daily lives of people in ways frequently overlooked. Match holders made their appearance by the 1850s in nearly endless, striking variety. Denis B. Alsford has complied fascinating historical influences, patents, marks and over 680 color photos to she light on the developments of match holders from their beginnings to their more recent forms as commonplace household items. A wide variety of match holders are depicted including pocket, "candle-in-a-box", stand-alone and wall hanging models. Paten drawings, discussions of major manufacturers, and copy from the British magazine "Punch" add dimension as well. All who are concerned with tobacco history, collecting match holders and antiques will find this book a useful reference.
Published by Schiffer., Atglen., 1994
Seller: BookMine, Fair Oaks, CA, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. First edition. Illustrated in black, white and color. Important reference work. Very scarce in this condition. Fine copy.
Published by Firefly Books, Ontario, Canada, 2002
Seller: Lowry's Books, Three Rivers, MI, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. This book is in very good condition with tight binding and clean text. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.
Language: English
Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd, US, 1997
ISBN 10: 0887406335 ISBN 13: 9780887406331
Seller: Rarewaves.com USA, London, LONDO, United Kingdom
US$ 47.41
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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New. The invention of the friction match in England in the 1830s helped to improve the daily lives of people in ways frequently overlooked. Match holders made their appearance by the 1850s in nearly endless, striking variety. Denis B. Alsford has complied fascinating historical influences, patents, marks and over 680 color photos to she light on the developments of match holders from their beginnings to their more recent forms as commonplace household items. A wide variety of match holders are depicted including pocket, "candle-in-a-box", stand-alone and wall hanging models. Paten drawings, discussions of major manufacturers, and copy from the British magazine "Punch" add dimension as well. All who are concerned with tobacco history, collecting match holders and antiques will find this book a useful reference.
Language: English
Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd, 1999
ISBN 10: 0887406335 ISBN 13: 9780887406331
Seller: Kennys Bookshop and Art Galleries Ltd., Galway, GY, Ireland
Condition: New. Num Pages: 160 pages, 689 color photos. BIC Classification: AKC; WC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 278 x 216 x 17. Weight in Grams: 928. . 1999. Paperback. . . . .
Language: English
Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd, 1997
ISBN 10: 0887406335 ISBN 13: 9780887406331
Seller: Kennys Bookstore, Olney, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Num Pages: 160 pages, 689 color photos. BIC Classification: AKC; WC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 278 x 216 x 17. Weight in Grams: 928. . 1999. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.
Language: English
Published by Vanwell Publishing Ltd., St. Catharines, ON, 1994
ISBN 10: 1550680536 ISBN 13: 9781550680539
Seller: Peryton Books, Saskatoon, SK, Canada
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. First Edition, with complete number line to 1. Softcover with illustrations throughout. A Near Fine umarked book. Robust shipping.
Condition: New. Satisfaction Guaranteed or your money back.
Condition: New. Satisfaction Guaranteed or your money back.
Language: English
Published by Vanwell Publishing Ltd., St. Catharines, Ontario, 1994
ISBN 10: 1550680536 ISBN 13: 9781550680539
Seller: Great Books&Cafe @ The Williamsford Mill, Williamsford, ON, Canada
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. *133 pp. Former owners name on half title page, else an excellent copy.
ATGLEN, Schiffer Publishing, 1994 - In-4 - Couverture souple illustrée en couleurs - Importante iconographie en couleurs - 192 pages - très propre S'adresse à toute personne s'intéressant aux objets en lien avec le tabac. "Pocket matchsafes. Reflections of life & art 1840-1920" présente près de 2 000 étuis à allumettes. 398 photos couleur témoignent de ces objets, de leurs créateurs et de leurs utilisateurs. De 1840 à 1920, différentes thématiques ont été utilisées pour leur décor. W.E. et C.C. Sanders ont classé ces objets et les ont présentés par le biais d'une description succinte permettant de ressituer ces pièces dans leur contexte de création. Livres.
Language: English
Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd, Usa, 1994
ISBN 10: 0887406335 ISBN 13: 9780887406331
Seller: Baggins Book Bazaar Ltd, Rochester, KENT, United Kingdom
US$ 22.22
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketPaperback. Condition: Good. 192pp; numerous illustrations; card covers, two light creases to front cover, pink spine. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Book.
Language: English
Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd, US, 1997
ISBN 10: 0887406335 ISBN 13: 9780887406331
Seller: Rarewaves USA United, OSWEGO, IL, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: New. The invention of the friction match in England in the 1830s helped to improve the daily lives of people in ways frequently overlooked. Match holders made their appearance by the 1850s in nearly endless, striking variety. Denis B. Alsford has complied fascinating historical influences, patents, marks and over 680 color photos to she light on the developments of match holders from their beginnings to their more recent forms as commonplace household items. A wide variety of match holders are depicted including pocket, "candle-in-a-box", stand-alone and wall hanging models. Paten drawings, discussions of major manufacturers, and copy from the British magazine "Punch" add dimension as well. All who are concerned with tobacco history, collecting match holders and antiques will find this book a useful reference.
Language: English
Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd, Atglen, 1997
ISBN 10: 0887406335 ISBN 13: 9780887406331
Seller: CitiRetail, Stevenage, United Kingdom
US$ 43.72
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketPaperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The invention of the friction match in England in the 1830s helped to improve the daily lives of people in ways frequently overlooked. Match holders made their appearance by the 1850s in nearly endless, striking variety. Denis B. Alsford has complied fascinating historical influences, patents, marks and over 680 color photos to she light on the developments of match holders from their beginnings to their more recent forms as commonplace household items. A wide variety of match holders are depicted including pocket, "candle-in-a-box", stand-alone and wall hanging models. Paten drawings, discussions of major manufacturers, and copy from the British magazine "Punch" add dimension as well. All who are concerned with tobacco history, collecting match holders and antiques will find this book a useful reference. Match holders, including table and pocket models, are explored in detail. The historical influences, patents, marks and photos shed light on the developments of match holders from the 1850s onward. A wide variety of match holders are depicted including pocket, "candle-in-a-box," stand-alone and wall hanging models. Discussions of major manufacturers and values included. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.