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a celebration of America's black heritage through documents, artifacts, and collectibles
272 pages : illustrations (some color), portraits (some color) ; 29 cm
Experience African-American history and culture through collectible artifacts! This comprehensive volume is the first illustrated book to offer in-depth information about African-American collectibles and to place them in their original cultural context. Inside you'll find: Practical advice on distinguishing fakes Useful tips on how to restore and store objects A timeline of African-American history Types of artifacts according to topic slavery, politics and civil rights, music and entertainment, sports, art, spirituality and religion, education, and popular culture Financial information And more! With over 300 beautiful photographs, this remarkable guide will be a classic reference for collectors, whether novices or devotees.
Introduction: Understanding African American Collectibles -- The Current State of African American Collecting -- Advice to the Collector -- Timeline of African American History -- Slavery -- Local History and Genealogy -- Politics and Civil Rights -- Military History -- Music and Entertainment -- Sports -- Photography -- Books, Magazines, and Documents -- Spirituality and Religion -- Education -- Business, Economics, and Careers -- Lifestyle and Popular Culture -- Racism -- The Economics of Collecting African American History.