Columns

These sought-after sections offer expert auction analysis, cultural commentary, and more, adding depth, variety, and a personal touch to every issue. Columns include Gavels ’n’ Paddles, Psychology of Collecting, The Beat, Pop Culture Collecting, Toys from the Attic, and Civil War Collector.

December 15, 2015 / American Paintings, Art, Charles Lee, Gavels n Paddles, George Washington, Gilbert Stuart, John Adams, Ken Hall, Painting, Portraits, U.S. Attorney General, Virginia

Gavels n Paddles: Gilbert Stuart portrait, $40,625, Doyle New York

Results of Recent Auctions From Around the World by Ken Hall A portrait of a gentleman by the renowned master ...

Collector's Showcase: December 2015

Collecting Christmas Sarah Noss is in the holiday spirit year-round as an avid collector of Christmas ornaments and items. As ...

December 12, 2015 / chief's blanket, coffee set, Decorative Arts Auction, Gavels n Paddles, John Moran Auctioneers, Ken Hall, Navajo, silver, tea service

Gavels n Paddles: Navajo chief's blanket, $43,750, John Moran

Results of Recent Auctions From Around the World by Ken Hall A Navajo transitional second phase chief's blanket, woven circa ...

December 10, 2015 / Christie's, desk, furniture, Gavels n Paddles, George II, Ireland, Ken Hall

Gavels n Paddles: George II armchair, $437,000, Christie's

Results of Recent Auctions From Around the World by Ken Hall A George II mahogany armchair, probably made in Ireland ...

December 7, 2015 / Colt, Colt Model 1875 Gatling Gun, Firearms, Gatlin Gun, Gavels n Paddles, James D. Julia Inc., Ken Hall, rifle

Gavels n Paddles: Colt Model 1875 Gatling Gun, $201,250, James D. Julia, Inc.

Results of Recent Auctions From Around the World by Ken Hall A rare Colt Model 1875 Gatling Gun, on carriage ...

December 5, 2015 / Army Service, Britain, Gavels n Paddles, Investment Rarities Sale, Ken Hall, Old Toy Soldier Auctions

Gavels n Paddles: Britains Boer War set, $22,800, Old Toy Soldier

Results of Recent Auctions From Around the World by Ken Hall A rare Britains Boer War Army Service Supply Column ...

December 4, 2015 / Columns, Comic books, Comic Con, conventions, Cosplay, costume, Costume Play, Doctor Strange, Gemstone Publishing, J.C. Vaughn, Pop Culture Collecting, Roleplaying, Supergirl, Wonder Woman

Cosplay: What is it and Why Does it Need a Guide Book?

Comic Character Collectibles By J.C.Vaughn If you're around enough pop culture, particularly at conventions, the term "cosplay" keeps popping up ...

December 1, 2015 / Antique Toys, Coleman Lantern, Columns, Deborah Abernethy, eBay, French Tapestry, Gas Lamp, Lockheed, Mike McLeod, Model Airplane, Online Auction, selling, Toy Car, What's Selling on eBay

What's Selling on eBay: December 2015

by Deborah Abernethy and Mike McLeod $3,750 (19 bids, 9 bidders): Antique German Carette Wind-up Tin Toy Car - All ...

December 1, 2015 / car, coupe, Duesenberg J convertible, Gavels n Paddles, Ken Hall, Morphy Auctions, Premier Automobile Auction, Sports Car

Gavels n Paddles: Duesenberg convertible, $2.53 million, Morphy Auctions

Results of Recent Auctions From Around the World by Ken Hall A 1929 Duesenberg J convertible coupe car sped off ...

December 1, 2015 / Albert B. (A.B.) Wells, Brimfield, Dining, dinners, Family, Family meals, History Museum, Holidays, Maxine Carter-Lome, New England, Old Sturbridge Village, Talk of the Trade

Publisher's Corner: December 2015

From Our Holiday Table to Yours Holiday dinner at my grandparents’ house when I was growing up meant the privilege ...

November 30, 2015 / Columns, Gavels n Paddles, John F. Kennedy, Manuscript, RR Auction

Gavels n Paddles: Kennedy manuscript, $200,000, RR Auction

Results of Recent Auctions From Around the World by Ken Hall A manuscript hand-written around 1959 by then-Senator John F ...

November 25, 2015 / Beatles, Columns, Gavels n Paddles, George Harrison, Heritage Auctions, John Lennon, music memorabilia, Paul McCartney, Pete Best

Gavels n Paddles: Beatles' first contract, $93,750, Heritage

Results of Recent Auctions From Around the World by Ken Hall The first recording contract for The Beatles (signed in ...

November 20, 2015 / banners, buttons, Columns, Jimmy Carter, Memorabilia, Pins, Political Campaign, Presidential Collections, Teddy Roosevelt, Voting

Collector's Showcase: November 2015

Campaign Memorabilia Presidential election seasons pique the interest or stimulate the collecting compulsion of political junkies and history buffs. Such ...

November 20, 2015 / auction, Columns, Copake Auction, Gavels n Paddles, Peter Hurd, Weathervane

Gavels n Paddles: A. L. Jewel weathervane. $11,115, Copake Auction

Results of Recent Auctions From Around the World by Ken Hall A jumping horse weathervane with stand made by A ...

November 15, 2015 / Bat Masterson, Colt gun, Columns, Gavels n Paddles, J. Levine Auction

Gavels n Paddles: Bat Masterson's Colt gun, $96,000, J. Levine Auction

Results of Recent Auctions From Around the World by Ken Hall Bat Masterson's 1882 Colt .45 single-action Army revolver sold ...

November 12, 2015 / Beetle Bailey, Columns, Comic Book, comics, Flash Gordon, Franco Toscanini, Hake's Americana & Collectibles, J.C. Vaughn, Krazy Kat, P.S. Magazine, Pop Culture, Pop Culture Collecting, Popeye, Superman, Will EIsner

Big Year for Comics, Comic Art Continues

Comic Character Collectibles By J.C. Vaughn It's been an exciting year for popular culture, and it's not showing any signs ...

November 10, 2015 / Andrew Wyeth, Columns, Gavels n Paddles, Painting, Thomaston Place

Gavels n Paddles: Andrew Wyeth painting, $138,000, Thomaston Place

Results of Recent Auctions From Around the World by Ken Hall A watercolor and ink on paper by the renowned ...

November 7, 2015 / AETNA POWDER CO., candle holder, Columns, Deborah Abernethy, Mike McLeod, Miner's Candle, Pocket Tobacco Tin, Tobacco Tin, What's Selling on eBay

What's Selling on eBay: November 2015

by Deborah Abernethy and Mike McLeod $5,101 (19 bids, 13 bidders): Antique Folding Mining/Miner's Candle Holder Lamp, AETNA POWDER CO ...

November 5, 2015 / Columns, dower chest, Ellie Hoover Walker, Gavels n Paddles, Skinner Auction

Gavels n Paddles: Berks County dower chest, $159,000, Skinner Auction

Results of Recent Auctions From Around the World by Ken Hall A late 18th century paint-decorated Berks County (Pa.) dower ...

November 4, 2015 / Columns, flea markets, Georgia, Museums, Shopping, The Peach State

On the Road to… Georgia

Georgia, the Peach State, has a rich and sweeping history that spans almost three centuries and many important events. Named ...

November 1, 2015 / Advertising, autographs, banners, bumper stickers, buttons, cartoons, Columns, Maxine Carter-Lome, November, pamphlets, Photographs, Politics, posters, Talk of the Trade, Vote, Voting

Publisher's Corner: November 2015

Welcome to the Month of November Every November we go to the polls to exercise our constitutional right to affirm, ...

November 1, 2015 / Columns, Gavels n Paddles, Green Bay Packers, Philip Weiss Auctions, Vince Lombardi

Gavels n Paddles: Vince Lombardi sweater, $17,250, Philip Weiss

Results of Recent Auctions From Around the World by Ken Hall A Sand Knit sweater (size 46 green, gold and ...

October 29, 2015 / All Hallows' Eve, All Saints' Day, Columns, Deborah Abernethy, halloween, jack-o'-lantern, Lobster Claw, Mike McLeod, Ornament, pumpkins, Samhain, Trick or treat, Warlock, What's Selling on eBay, witch

What's Selling on eBay: October 2015

by Deborah Abernethy and Mike McLeod $1,435 (27 bidders, 10 bids): Cut Tin Halloween Jack-O-Lantern Candle Holder on Wood Pole ...

October 16, 2015 / Advertising, Antique Collection, Centennial Olympic Games, Cercle de l'Eventail, Collecting, Columns, Fan Association of North America, Fan Circle International, Fans, France, French Fans, The Hand Fan Museum of Healdsburg

Collector's Showcase: October 2015

A Fan's Fan My name is Sylvie, I was born in Paris, France and I'm residing near Atlanta, GA. My ...

October 12, 2015 / Art, carved pipe, Columns, Gavels n Paddles, Haida, Ken Hall, Michaan's Auctions, Oil Painting, Paintings, Raimonds Staprans, Vance Kirkland

Gavels n Paddles: Raimonds Staprans work, $9,440, Michaan's Auctions

Results of Recent Auctions From Around the World by Ken Hall An oil painting in bold red tones by Raimonds ...