A Century of Crayola Collectibles by Bonnie Rushlow

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Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Crayola crayons in 2003 with this new book by author Bonnie Rushlow!

Who doesn't remember opening the new green and yellow box of Crayola crayons? Most of us can recall the nice new points all standing like soldiers ready to go to work.

The author presents a rich history of the Binney & Smith Company, a chronology of changes made in crayon colors and packaging through the years, descriptions and current values, and other interesting facts and trivia about Crayola crayons. There are 380 color photographs that show a wealth of early Binney & Smith distinctive tins and boxes of crayons, chalks, and paints.

In addition collectors today can find artwork, toys, games, puzzles, and an array of other products with the familiar serpentine and chevron trademarked designs, as well as the newer Crayola rainbow swash trademarked products.

With this book the author brings back long-forgotten childhood memories through a myriad of Crayola collectibles from 1903 through the modern era.