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September 2025
The State of Estates
The State of Estates
What’s inside:
Estate Sales 101: Etiquette, Rules and Tips for Beginners | The Real Hidden Gems: Overlooked Spots to Check at Estate Sales | 8 Essential Estate Sale Tips for Buyers in 2025
August 2025
National Parks
National Parks
What’s inside:
From Past to Present: The Story of National Parks in American History | WPS National Park Posters: The Significance and Nostalgia | Rally ‘Round The Flags! Souvenir Travel Pennants
July 2025
Vintage Fashion
Vintage Fashion
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Vintage Accessories that are Trending today | Meaningful Fashion: Collecting Clothing with a Story | Vintage and Men: Show Your Style, Gentlemen!
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Antique Apothecary Cabinet ASMR Restoration
I found this antique apothecary cabinet in a local optician’s shop and immediately had the feeling it carried an incredible history. I couldn’t resist uncovering its story while bringing it back to life.
Vintage Living
Glamping Gear and the Creation of the National Park Service
“Glamping” was officially added to the Oxford English Dictionary in 2016. For many, glamping combines the love of the outdoors with the comfort of home, including good food and a comfortable bed. That combination aptly describes a 1915 backcountry trip that was instrumental in gaining support for creating the National Park Service (NPS).
Retro Collectibles
Vinyl Records and the Meaning of Music Memorabilia: Identity, Beauty, and Belonging
By Shirley M. Mueller, M.D.
Music memorabilia—especially vinyl records—serves as more than a nostalgic nod to the past. For many collectors, it is an intricate, deeply personal, and socially meaningful pursuit. Vinyl records occupy a unique niche in the collecting world: they are cultural artifacts, aesthetic objects, and sources of auditory pleasure.
Magazine
Explore the captivating narrative of America’s natural treasures in this month’s issue.
From vintage water decals to rare artifacts from early visitors, this issue highlights the connection between nature and memory, showcasing how these items serve as reminders of our heritage. Join us as we delve into the art of collecting within America’s iconic wilderness.
Gavels ‘N’ Paddles
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far By Ken Hall
A vintage Leica M2 camera with motor drive (#948795) sold for $15,360 at a Spring Antique Auction held April 13 by Kimball’s Auction in Hatfield, PA.
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