A badge, a bayonet, a boot heel: no matter how small or obscure, military collectors covet souvenirs of the battlefield. These precious relics make history come alive. But the collector also thrives on information, and this practical full-color guide provides a range of facts. Dozens of photographs display items for sale at arms and militia fairs, accompanied by up-to-date market prices and availability. Data on headdresses, weaponry, medals, uniforms and more will keep you from being cheated. Even get costs on smaller objects that usually get auctioned off in lots, rather than individually. A unique record of collectibles for the historian and the buff.