The Complete Line of The Akro Agate Co. by Roger and Claudia Hardy is considered to be the definitive volume regarding this prolific producer of marbles and childrens toy dishes. Extremely well-researched, the authors interviewed employees, reviewed countless documents and publications, and even conducted numerous digs on the former company grounds. As a result of the Hardy s diligence, The Complete Line of The Akro Agate Co. contains much information that is not available elsewhere. It is supplemented in this package with a 1998 price update which contains information and pictures garned since the publication of the main title.
The book is complete in that all the lines of Akro Agate are presented. It is divided into three sections (1) Marbles, (2) General Line, and (3) Childrens Dishes. The General Line consists of Ashtrays, Bathroom Fixtures, Urns, Flower Pots and Stands, Vases, Jardinieres, Planters, the J.V. Co. Inc. Line, Powder Jars, Candlesticks, Baskets and Bells, Bowls, and Lamps.
The Complete Line of The Akro Agate Co. is laviously illustrated with thousands of items captured in color pictures. Many items are presented in their original packaging. The narrative is very illuminating. It is a must have book for Akro Agate and/or marble collectors.
Price: $31.95
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