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Collectible Mice

The author's eclectic collection of ivory, brass, porcelain, glass, diamond, gold, wood, and pewter objects is the basis for this identification and value guide to mouse collectibles. A compilation of thirty-five years of research and collecting, it is written for the novice as well as the seasoned collector. Dr. Eschen's collection includes items over 150 years old as well as newer ones and varies in prices ranging from $20 to over $3,500. Filled with how-to tips on beginning a mouse collection, identifying pieces according to style and marks, and displaying a collection. In addition to information about various materials and makers, this book is a must-have resource for anyone enamored with this diminutive creature.

Paperback: 160 pages

Publisher: Hobby House Press (August 2003)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 087588654X

ISBN-13: 978-0875886541

Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.6 x 0.3 inches

Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds

Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

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I have been a collector of mice for quite some time and I was very happy to see a reference guide on the subject published. The author does an excellent job of covering a wide variety of types of mice collectibles and photos are excellent. My only qualm with the guide is the lack of more common mice antique mall / store finds. Most of the items that are illustrated in the book are items that most likely would be found on eBay. I have worked with the Brass Armadillo Antique Mall in Omaha for six years and have very rarely seen the items that are in this book. If you are a mouse / rodent collector, this is an obvious must have book. My thanks to the author for bringing this great hobby into a published form!

Best book I've read in years that provides collectors with a visual guide, some great photographs, and history. These photos show some realistic and some whimsical figurines. They are made of glass, diamonds, gold, silver, Vienna Bronze, and porcelain, etc.The author has written a book that makes identification, dates of manufacture, material, artist, and country of origin easy and enjoyable to read. Anyone who collects anything will postively enjoy this collection. The book and author Eschen deserve top honors!

Don't miss this book. It's a winner. This work is so entertaining both the amateur as well as the seasoned collector will derive great pleasure reading and viewing the great photographs. You dare not miss a word. Atypical, odd, comical, extraordinary and life-like pictures fill the pages (over 300 pictures) with these remarkable figurines. The author and the book each deserve five stars!

Best book I've read in years that provides collectors with a visual guide, some great photographs, and history. These photos show some realistic and some whimsical figurines. They are made of glass, diamonds, gold, silver, Vienna Bronze, porcelain, etc.The author has written a book that makes identification, date of manufacture, material, artist, country of origin easy and enjoyable to read. Anyone who collects anything will positively enjoy this collection. The book and author Eschen deserve top honors.

I just received this book, Collectible Mice, as a gift. This is the best book about mice figures --some serious, some fanciful --that I have ever seen. It is pleasant reading with a great bibliography and superb photos. I wish the book were twice the size; it is one of the most enjoyable collector books I've read in years. Eschen should write a sequel.

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