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This unique reference work covers the figurines produced by Border Fine Arts in Scotland from 1972 to 2004. This edition is a combination of two previous guides: Border Fine Arts Figurines and Border Fine Arts Storybook Figurines. With over 400 pages of entries this book now includes: The James Herriot Collection; Russell Willis Birds; Dogs by Margaret Turner; First Encounters; Beatrix Potter; Jill Barklem's Brambly Hedge; the Fairies series; Oliver Otter and Friends; Peter Pan; Ruff and Reddy; Thelwell's Riding Academy; the Wind in the Willows series, and more. Complete with the name, model number, designer, and dates of issue and discontinuation, the figurines listed are also fully illustrated by photographs, with 200 figures shown in colour. A full and informative introduction gives the history of Border Fine Arts, advice on building a collection, biodata for each of the modellers and designers, and details of the Border Fine Arts Society. Up-to-date-values for the UK, USA, and Canadian markets make this catalogue indispensable for both long-time and new collectors of Border Fine Arts Figurines. Key features: Full listings and photographs for every known figurine; Over 200 figures shown in full colour photographs; Gives name, model number, designer, dates of issue and discontinuation; Current values given in Sterling, US and Canadian dollars; Informative introduction and advice on building a collection; Alphabetical and numerical indices.