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The strange things people collect now instead of souvenirs
19+ hour, 52+ min ago (392+ words) There was a time when coming back from a holiday meant bringing home something that could be displayed with pride. A little wooden elephant, perhaps. A fridge magnet. A miniature Eiffel Tower that was somehow both expensive and completely useless....
5 Summer Antiques to Thrift Before the Season Ends
2+ day, 21+ hour ago (155+ words) Make the season of sunshine last a little longer. P.S.—Calling all antiquers! Join us for The Country Living Fair, a three-day shopping event featuring 200+ vendors (antique dealers, artisans, and small boutique brands), hands-on workshops, high-profile guest speakers, and lots of…...
The Rare Utensil Set Worth Thousands That Collectors Dream Of Finding Secondhand
3+ day, 14+ hour ago (291+ words) If you're hoping to invest in collectible utensils, this pattern is one of the most valuable sets you can find out there: Even snagging a few pieces is lucky! The Rare Utensil Set Worth Thousands That Collectors Dream Of Finding…...
The Deep Dive: Antiques and Collectibles
4+ day, 4+ hour ago (616+ words) We’re also happy to report that OUR latest precious object is a Primetime Emmy® award for ANTIQUES ROADSHOW! After 24 nominations, this weekend they won in the Outstanding Structured Reality Program category, beating out Diners, Drive-ins and Dives; Love Is Blind;…...
The Valuable Cookie Jar Set With Vintage Charm That Collectors Dream Of Finding
6+ day, 4+ hour ago (540+ words) This rare (but not incredibly uncommon) and valuable (but not too expensive) cookie jar set from the mid-century is a must-have for any kitschy kitchen. The Valuable Cookie Jar Set With Vintage Charm That Collectors Dream Of Finding We may…...
KOVELS: Tools of yesteryear remain quite collectible
1+ week, 18+ hour ago (512+ words) As the saying goes, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Gerstner, originally H. Gerstner & Sons, continues to make wooden machinist’s chests like this one from the early 20th century. Labor Day is a great time to take a look at…...
Not A Cup Or Dish: The Valuable Wedgwood Piece That Collectors Dream Of Finding Secondhand
1+ week, 1+ day ago (520+ words) Jasperware was first produced by Wedgwood in 1774. The pieces, like the jasperware teapot, are designed with sprigs. Some 19th-century teapots are still resold. Not A Cup Or Dish: The Valuable Wedgwood Piece That Collectors Dream Of Finding Secondhand For more…...
Antique tools of the trade command interest, provide utility
1+ week, 1+ day ago (342+ words) Labor Day is a great time to take a look at the tools and trades of yesteryear. Some of them are still around. For example, an H. Gerstner & Sons oak machinist's chest from the early 20th century sold for $512 at an auction…...
Dr. Lori: Want to build a wine collection? First, learn the lingo [antiques column]
1+ week, 2+ day ago (655+ words) If you want to build a wine collection, it's good to learn the vocabulary of the wine world. Today, many people are not only entertaining with wine, but they are building collections of wine. Rare bottles, special dates and designer…...
Love Matchbooks? These 3 Collectibles Belong on Your Radar
1+ week, 4+ day ago (334+ words) Strike now while you can still find ’em! My favorite vintage purchase of all time was a giant $280 bowl filled with old hotel matchbooks that I found at Door 15 in Hudson, New York. I first spotted it on a work…...