by J.C. Vaughn & Amanda Sheriff His comic book career was worthy of the characters whose exploits he detailed. Comic book writer, editor, artist, and publisher, Jim Shooter died on Monday, June 30, 2025, from esophageal cancer. He was 73…
by Ron Wolfe of American Pickers In the world of vintage collectibles, few items evoke the spirit of adventure and Americana quite like the water decals from the 1950s, especially those showcasing our beloved national parks. These small yet vibrant…
“50 Nifty Finds #12: Glamping Gear.” U.S. Department of the Interior. Last modified January 30, 2023. The word “glamping” was officially added to the Oxford English Dictionary in 2016. For many, glamping combines the love of the outdoors with…
Article by the National Park Service, nps.gov Welcome to a journey through time as we explore the rich history and significance of national parks in America. From the early days of preservation efforts to the establishment of the National Park…
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far by Ken Hall All prices include the buyer’s premium A turn-of-the-last-century Fabergé shaded cloisonné enameled gilt silver punch service by Feodor Ruckert sold for $750,000 at a Fabergé and Russian…
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far by Ken Hall All prices include the buyer’s premium A vintage Leica M2 camera with motor drive (#948795) sold for $15,360 at a Spring Antique Auction held April 13 by Kimball’s…
by Douglas R. Kelly Early plastic toys run the gamut in terms of quality. Some were well designed and well executed, while others obviously were made more with cost savings in mind than beauty. Cruvers fall into the first category.…
Reprinted with permission from Wardrobe Shop, www.wardrobeshop.com Vintage accessories have become all the rage once again, thanks to the change in consumer attitudes toward buying and wearing second-hand goods. The aesthetics are top-notch, too! Fashion has always been cyclical –…
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far by Ken Hall All prices include the buyer’s premium The original front door of TV’s favorite bar, “where everybody knows your name,” emblazoned with the Cheers logo, sold for $162,500 at a Channel…
By Sloane Middleton Mann. Sloane is the founder of Business of Vintage, the world’s only marketing agency specializing in vintage and antique shops. Follow @business.of.vintage on Instagram for vintage marketing tips & guides. If you’ve been running a vintage shop…
