{"title":"Vintage Books \u0026 Collectibles","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage hardcover sets that look as good on a shelf as they read, plus small collectibles: brass barware, enamel pin lots, zodiac cocktail picks and other curiosities.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vintage-1943-modern-shop-practice-8-vol-set-american-technical-society-machinist","title":"Vintage 1943 Modern Shop Practice 8 Vol Set American Technical Society Machinist","description":"Complete vintage “Modern Shop Practice” engineering and machinist reference set by the American Technical Society, including all 8 original volumes plus the additional “Machine Shop Operations” book. Printed\/reprinted in 1943 and filled with detailed illustrations, diagrams, machining methods, metallurgy, welding, blueprint reading, machine design, forging, tool making, and more.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA fantastic industrial decor display set as well as a collectible resource for machinists, engineers, workshop enthusiasts, or vintage technical book collectors. Beautiful matching maroon hardcovers with classic gold lettering throughout. Books show age-appropriate wear and patina consistent with vintage use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncludes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* Volumes 1–8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* Machine Shop Operations companion book\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* American Technical Society editions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* 1943 reprint editions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* Thousands of illustrations and technical diagrams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Vintage pre-owned condition with age-related wear to the exterior covers and bindings. Interiors show minor watermarking\/discoloration on some pages. The large “Machine Shop Operations” book has slight separation to the front cover but remains intact and usable. Overall, a well-preserved set considering its age.","brand":"Unbranded","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48346445414625,"sku":null,"price":229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/4687\/6385\/files\/3aa32f77-c924-4ea3-8c68-ba1f082e8869.jpg?v=1778366760"},{"product_id":"1953-methods-of-theoretical-physics-part-i-ii-morse-feshbach-hardcover-set","title":"1953 Methods of Theoretical Physics Part I \u0026 II Morse Feshbach Hardcover Set","description":"Ships quickly, packed carefully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMethods of Theoretical Physics – Volume I \u0026amp; Volume II (Complete Set)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhilip M. Morse \u0026amp; Herman Feshbach\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMcGraw-Hill Book Company, 1953\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHardcover – 2 Volume Set\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffered here is a complete two-volume hardcover set of Methods of Theoretical Physics by Philip M. Morse and Herman Feshbach, one of the most influential and enduring works in mathematical and theoretical physics. First published in 1953, this landmark reference remains essential for physicists, engineers, and advanced students.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese volumes are part of the International Series in Pure and Applied Physics and are widely cited for their rigorous treatment of wave equations, scattering theory, perturbation methods, and boundary-value problems.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e📚 Details:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e•Title: Methods of Theoretical Physics\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e•Authors: Philip M. 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Each piece is marked Nieuwpoort 18\/8 and is made from 18\/8 stainless steel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEspecially nice is the survival of the original fitted presentation box and original double-sided Dutch Unox recipe and cocktail-party suggestion leaflet, featuring charming period illustrations and serving ideas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA fantastic piece of 1970s Dutch advertising memorabilia, vintage barware and astrology\/zodiac collectible, perfect for cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, charcuterie or display.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eComplete set of 12. Original box and insert show age-related storage and handling wear as pictured. Picks remain in lovely vintage condition. Please review all photographs for details.","brand":"Zodiac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48957407625441,"sku":"zodiacpicks","price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/4687\/6385\/files\/e3297859-9a6c-481a-9fa8-ff4aa649109f.jpg?v=1787252564"},{"product_id":"150-vintage-yugoslavia-enamel-pin-badge-lot-1960s-70s-80s-advertising-travel","title":"150+ Vintage Yugoslavia Enamel Pin Badge Lot 1960s 70s 80s Advertising Travel","description":"Large original collection of 150+ vintage pin badges, primarily from former Yugoslavia and Eastern Europe, dating largely from the 1960s–1980s. Wonderful variety of enamel and metal lapel pins\/stickpins representing Yugoslav advertising, companies, industry, tourism, cities, sports, clubs and commemorative events.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe collection includes recognizable examples from Maggi, ELAN, Knirps, CAP, Kolo, Jugoplastika, Vela Luka and other Yugoslav companies and organizations, along with Zagreb, Split, Sarajevo\/Bosnia and regional tourism-related badges, industrial\/technical pins, sporting emblems and colorful period advertising designs. Many unusual logos and lesser-seen former Yugoslav company badges are represented.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll pins shown are included. These are genuine vintage pieces collected together over many years and show varying degrees of age, patina and wear. Please examine photos for individual condition. An excellent instant collection for a vintage pin, enamel badge, Yugoslavia, Balkan, Eastern European, advertising or industrial memorabilia collector.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDisplay page is included, please see listing details.","brand":"AVENTÉ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48957416964321,"sku":"pinsbulk","price":169.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/4687\/6385\/files\/93de77a1-d272-4b23-b63e-08455fc67508.jpg?v=1787252782"},{"product_id":"vintage-brass-gunpowder-flask-hunting-dog-duck-birds-embossed-victorian-style","title":"Vintage Brass Gunpowder Flask Hunting Dog Duck Birds Embossed Victorian Style","description":"Vintage brass gunpowder \/ hunting powder flask featuring beautifully detailed embossed sporting scenes with a hunting dog and waterfowl\/game birds surrounded by ornate scrollwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe original-style mechanical dispensing lever moves freely side to side and appears operational; the flask has not been tested with powder. The lever bears a small stamped “P” or similar maker\/inspection mark.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe teardrop-shaped brass body retains its original-style dispensing spout and mechanical lever assembly, along with side suspension loops. Wonderful aged patina and surface wear throughout give the piece an authentic old-world sporting appearance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA striking collectible for hunting, shooting, sporting, gunpowder flask, Victorian-style and antique brass collectors, or an excellent decorative piece for a study, library or traditional interior.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVintage condition with age-related tarnish, oxidation, scratches and wear. Mechanical components are present; functionality has not been tested. Small price sticker oxidation mark on the back (pictured). Sold as a collectible\/decorative object. 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