Department 56 Collectible Villages
by Maxine Carter-Lome, publisher “One Christmas evening, a group of friends set off to enjoy a dinner of celebration at a small country inn nestled in a quiet river town. As they rounded a bend in the road, they…
Nick Boschetto
The Gift of You: How Reflecting Your Own Identity Creates Closer Bonds
By Shirley M. Mueller, MD The study “Give a Piece of You: Gifts That Reflect Givers Promote Closeness” challenged my assumptions about gifting. Until I encountered this research, I thought the best gifts were those that mirrored the recipient’s…
Bob Dylan handwritten lyrics, $25,000, RR Auction
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyer’s premium by Ken Hall Singer Bob Dylan’s unpublished handwritten religious lyrics filled with Biblical allusion and accompanied by a harmonica sold for $25,000 in an online…
Chinese dragon robe, $16,380, Michaan’s
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyer’s premium by Ken Hall A Chinese Imperial dragon robe made of apricot-ground silk and intricately embroidered with six five-clawed dragons sold for $16,380 at a Gallery Auction…
Your Tools For Better Online Searching: What’s In Your Toolbox?
by Judy Gonyeau, managing editor When scrambling online to search for information on your antique/vintage/collectible item, the key to success is in how you choose to describe it. Here is an overview of online and search tactics from the…
Paper Trail
by Douglas R. Kelly Given the time and energy we spend pursuing antiquities and artifacts, it’s kind of surprising to me that we have a tendency to give short shrift to the supporting documentation of our hobby Some call…
Happy Holiday Traditions
Holidays not only celebrate our culture and religion but bring generations of family and friends to the table. For these occasions, we take out our special china, prepare traditional meals, and decorate our home with meaningful objects, many passed down…
Louis Vuitton handbag, $151,200, Christie’s
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyerﾒs premium by Ken Hall A limited-edition Louis Vuitton x Yayoi Kusama yellow and black monogram leather pumpkin bag with silver hardware sold for $151,200 at a Handbags Online:…
Online Resources To Turn To When Antiquing
by Judy Gonyeau, managing editor You’re at a vintage or antique show/shop/sale/auction and you just came across something you want more information on before you buy it or pass on it, and so you pull out your cellphone to search…
The Resurgence of Oasis: A New Era for Music Memorabilia Collectors
by Laurence Carpenter In recent months, the music world has been abuzz with news of an Oasis reunion. This long-anticipated event not only rekindles the flame of nostalgia for fans but also sends ripples through the collectibles market, particularly…