Motor-car Mascots and Badges by Peter W. Card (Shire Album 265 Paperback)

2nd hand book, very good condition, see images

Motor-car Mascots and Badges by Peter W. Card (Shire Album 265) provides a charming, illustrated guide to the art, history, and collecting of automobile hood ornaments, radiator mascots, and grille badges.

Authored by automobilia expert, auctioneer, and Society of Automotive Historians Secretary Peter W. Card, this concise volume outlines the wide variety of mascots and badges produced from the dawn of motoring through to modern times. It explores legendary sculptors, commercial manufacturers, and famous marque emblems alongside motoring club badges and aftermarket mascots. The book also offers practical advice on identifying original craftsmanship versus reproductions, restoration challenges, and building an accessible collection. Packed with fine color photographs and historic insights, this volume is an essential reference guide for automobilia collectors, classic car restorers, and motoring memorabilia enthusiasts.

Key Features

• Illustrated guide to vintage motor-car mascots, hood ornaments, and badges (Shire Album 265).
• Explores history, craftsmanship, famous manufacturers, and automotive club emblems.
• Covers identification, reproduction warnings, and restoration advice for collectors.
• Authored by recognized automobilia expert and auctioneer Peter W. Card.
• Richly illustrated with detailed photographs of rare and accessible specimens.