November 2012

Jewel-encrusted dagger, $314,500, Rago Arts

Jewel-encrusted dagger, $314,500, Rago Arts

Jewel-encrusted dagger, $314,500, Rago Arts Gavels and Paddles Results of Recent Auctions From Around the World A jewel-encrusted Mughal dagger (Northern India, rare Kanhjar form, circa 18th /19th century) sold for $314,500 at an auction held September 14-16 by Rago…

Calder sterling brooch, $22,140, Woodbury

Calder sterling brooch, $22,140, Woodbury

Calder sterling brooch, $22,140, Woodbury Gavels and Paddles Results of Recent Auctions From Around the World An Alexander Calder hand-hammered sterling silver brooch sold for $22,140 at an Early Fall Fine Estates Auction held September 16 by Woodbury Auction in…

Ken's Korner: Abbey Road cover recreated from food

Ken's Korner: Abbey Road cover recreated from food

Ken’s Korner: Abbey Road cover recreated from food Ken’s Korner New and Views from the World of Antiquing and Collecting by Ken Hall British food sculptor Paul Baker has painstakingly recreated the iconic cover of the Beatles’ Abbey Road album,…

Ken's Korner: Ali’s childhood home brings $70K

Ken's Korner: Ali’s childhood home brings $70K

Ken’s Korner: Ali’s childhood home brings $70K Ken’s Korner News and Views from the World of Antiquing and Collecting by Ken Hall You could call it a one-of-a-kind Muhammad Ali collectible and a true piece of the boxing legend’s past.…