Thanks to television programs likeThe Antiques Roadshow, collecting antiques is hotter than everbut it's easy to overpay. That's why this guide provides actual prices for items sold through auctions and antiques dealers in the preceding year, along with 1,500 color photographs that take the guesswork out of identification. Professional tips make it simple to buy outstanding antiques even on a limited budget, and the book covers everything from antique furniture to watches, glass and pottery to scientific instruments, arms and armor, jewelry, and more. Current market trends are outlined, while the guide's popular 'Miller's Compares' feature contrasts similar items to explain why one sells for big money, while the other fetches only a fraction of that price.