"American Antiquities. Auction Catalogue, January 8, 1898" is a valuable document containing a detailed description of the unique artifacts and antiques that were auctioned. The author of the catalog, William B. Norman, placed in it information about the origin, process of collection and realization of these values. Each item is accompanied by a detailed description, photographs, as well as an indication of its historical significance. This book will be an indispensable resource for collectors, historians, and anyone interested in the amateur archaeological study of American culture and history.