"Designed to help the collector on several levels, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Civil War Collectibles begins with an overview of the mechanics of the Civil War, including the purpose of the various units, the equipment they used, and the uniforms they wore. The core of the book is a detailed alphabetical listing of all the major collectible items and many of the minor ones, accompanied by hundreds of full-color and black-and-white photographs. A rich store of invaluable supplemental information and insider advice is included in the appendixes: sample price listings from recent auctions; directories of auction houses, dealers, and shows; Civil War organizations, libraries, collections, and publications; and tips for savvy collecting and caring for artifacts. This unique, authoritative guide will serve and delight both the novice and the experienced collector."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved