What’s more fun to collect than Valentines? This dimensional valentine is one of a pair that sold for $173 at a Noel Barrett auction in Pennsylvania.

The silver-trimmed leather saddle that belonged to Pancho Villa, the Mexican revolutionary, was auctioned for $718,000, almost three times estimate. The High Noon Western Americana auction said the new owner plans to have the saddle displayed at a museum soon.

Terry Kovel celebrates her 100th book (right) on antiques and collectibles. Her first price guide (left), published in 1967, was the first book sold in book stores that was compiled with the aid of a computer.        

It’s time to celebrate Chinese Lunar New Year. 2012 marks the year of the dragon. This 10-inch antique Chinese plate is decorated with a blue dragon on a yellow background. It sold for $13,310 at a DuMouchelles auction.