Guess What? May 2013
Guess What? May 2013 In a circle, in a row – which end is up? by Bob Cahn – “The Primitive Man” It’s confusion time again – and can we pile it on with a trowel. A series of thin…
The Best of Ed Welch: The Ten Levels of the Antiques Trade
The Best of Ed Welch: The Ten Levels of the Antiques Trade The Business of Doing Business in Antiques By Ed Welch As many of you are aware, our friend Ed Welch passed away in October, 2012. His wisdom and…
“On the Road” Important Safety Tips for Antique Dealers of any Age
Journal of Antiques and Collectibles May 2013 Issue
The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles May 2013 issue features “Collecting the American West – A Vast Frontier” by Brian Lebel, “On the Road – Important Safety Tips for Antique Dealers of any Age” By Pamela E. Apkarian-Russell, and “Golden…
Ken’s Korner: Rare 1913 nickel could fetch $5M
Ken’s Korner: Rare 1913 nickel could fetch $5M News and Views from the World of Antiquing and Collecting By Ken Hall A rare 1913 Liberty Head nickel – one of only five known to exist – is expected to sell…
Sammy Baugh jersey, $109,250, Hunt Auctions
Sammy Baugh jersey, $109,250, Hunt Auctions Gavels ’n’ Paddles Recent Auction Results from Near and Far By Ken Hall A Sammy Baugh Washington Redskins jersey from the 1940s sold for $109,250 at a Super Bowl XLVII Live Auction held February…
Bulbous-base vase, $5,463, Jeffrey S. Evans
Bulbous-base vase, $5,463, Jeffrey S. Evans Gavels ’n’ Paddles Recent Auction Results from Near and Far By Ken Hall A bulbous-base vase done in shiny raspberry with multi-colored inclusions and gold trim (circa 1878-1880) sold for $5,463 at a Winter…
Ken’s Korner: Branch Rickey’s Bible is discovered, restored
Ken’s Korner: Branch Rickey’s Bible is discovered, restored News and Views from the World of Antiquing and Collecting By Ken Hall California book restorer Joanne Murphy was pondering how much work she was going to have to do on an…
Asian longevity screen, $603,750, James D. Julia
Asian longevity screen, $603,750, James D. Julia Gavels ’n’ Paddles Recent Auction Results from Near and Far By Ken Hall A 10-panel folding longevity screen chock full of Asian symbolism for life and endurance – to include cranes and tortoises…
Ken’s Korner: Barbie-themed café opens in Taiwan
Ken’s Korner: Barbie-themed café opens in Taiwan News and Views from the World of Antiquing and Collecting By Ken Hall A restaurant inspired by the iconic 54-year-old Barbie doll has opened in Taipei, the capital city of Taiwan. The Barbie…