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    Picker's Pocket Guide - Toys: How to Pick Antiques Like a Pro

    By Eric Bradley

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    About this ebook

    Welcome to Toyland!

    Whether it's a rare three-wheeled motorcycle that sold for $23,000 or an unopened LEGO set of the Millennium Falcon that can go for as much as $4,500, toy-box treasures are out there waiting to be found. Discover for yourself what veteran collectors know with this hands-on, how-to guide to picking toys, the No. 1 collecting category. Learn what seasoned collectors look for and what they value in this easy-to-follow and indispensable pocket guide.

    You'll uncover:

    • The best toys to hunt for, including action figures, LEGO sets, model trains, space toys, teddy bears, tin toys, vehicles, oddities, and more
    • Practical strategies from top buyers and sellers
    • Where to find hidden treasures
    • How to flip toys for profit and fun
    • Common fakes and reproductions
    Whether for pleasure or profit, the Picker's Pocket Guide is a real find.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherKrause Publications
    Release dateJun 15, 2015
    ISBN9781440244537
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