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Antiques Peek: Decorate Your Desk

1848 Paperweight made by Baccarat
by Jessica Kosinski When talking about collectibles related to writing, it is impossible to ignore the topic of paperweights. Before computers existed, writing everything out by hand was the norm ...

Antiques Peek: Workin’ On The Railroad

Longines Express Monarch Canadian railroad pocket watch, 1901
by Jessica Kosinski  When you think of the history of railroads and railroad collectibles, you might picture toy trains first. Alternatively, your mind might go straight to other collectibles, such ...

Antiques Peek: Ripley’s Believe It or Not!

The Ripley’s Museum at night on the Atlantic City Boardwalk
by Jessica Kosinski Atlantic City has one of the most well-known boardwalks in the United States, and arguably the world. One of the most popular attractions on the Atlantic City ...

Antiques Peek: From Numberplate to License Plate

Early Massachusetts Porcelain License Plate
by Jessica Kosinski  There are many automobile-related collectibles people enjoy collecting. People have had fascinations with cars since the first ones were produced. Today, there are collectors of cars themselves, ...

Antiques Peek: Take A (Music) Stand

French Victorian Lyre Music Stand
by Jessica Kosinski In the world of music, there are many instruments you could choose to play. However, deciding on an instrument is not the only choice needed to be ...

Antiques Peek: Gifting For Gags

1920s Adam’s Fine Marshmallows tin aka “snake in a can”
by Jessica Kosinski Giving gifts is always fun, but there’s a special kind of gift that can sometimes be extra fun – a gag gift. Gag gifts are extremely popular ...

Antiques Peek: I Like My Tables On the Side

Arts and Crafts era Stickley Side Table
by Jessica Kosinski When talking about a modern parlor or living room, there are certain items that immediately come to mind. As I am typing this, I am in fact ...

Antiques Peek: Birthday Bling

Early promotional card for birthstones featured at the local jeweler
by Jessica Kosinski Have you ever received or purchased jewelry that featured your birthstone? The tradition of birthstones incorporated in rings, necklaces, and other jewelry seems like one that has ...

Antiques Peek: Signed Here

Signed Cartier bracelet
by Jessica Kosinski When you think of something that is signed, an ink signature might immediately come to mind. For example, it is common for authors to sign their books, ...