Whether purchasing a special gift or establishing a collection, this invaluable guide provides a comprehensive and enjoyable introduction to wine antiques. It traces the development of wine accessories from 18th Century bin labels and measures right up to the colourful novelty items of the early 20th Century. A wide variety of items are illustrated, including corks, pourers, cap lifters and much more, with an in-depth look at that indispensable item, the corkscrew.