Synopsis
Shows readers the features how to look for on items from popular collecting areas such as toys, ceramics, books and comics. This book includes a chapter on how to buy and sell at Boot Fairs, local auctions and on the internet.

"Jonty's Boot Fair Secrets" shows you how to separate the wheat from the chaff. Sometimes the subtlest variation to an item's colour, backstamp or shape, can make a big difference to its price. Jonty will point out the features to look for on items from the most popular collecting areas such as toys, ceramics, books and comics. Other features include 'How to Spot Fakes', 'Jonty Compares' (comparing a high priced items next to a similar looking lower priced item), 'How to Date' items and 'Market Reports'. There is also a chapter on 'How to Buy and Sell' at Boot Fairs, local auctions and on the internet. With so much informations contained in one pocket guide finding the hidden treasure will be much easier.

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Hot brands verdict
If you ever dream of stumbling across a rare find at a car boot fair, this is a fascinating little book, full lots of really useful information, easy to use and to take with you on Boot Fair hunts. If you are selling it also gives advice on how to set up your stall and how to get the best from the things you want to sell, as well as selling to dealers, at auction and online. Written in very accessible language this is an essential guide to Boot Fairs and a great Christmas Gift.