Two massive Tiffany windows from a Philadelphia church, which were rescued from imminent demolition when purchased by a curious antique dealer for $6,000, recently sold for $252,000 at auction at Freeman’s.
Collectors love their cars, motorcycles, trucks, trains and heavy machinery toys. Devotees of jet, rocket and spaceship toys have plenty to choose from, too. Yet the humble propeller plane from the era when flight was young has plenty of fans, and this sale proves it.
A check for $175 is now worth over $100,000! How does that happen? Historical significance, pristine condition, and a famous — and famously rare — signature.
Q: I have a Jiffy Kodak Six-20 Series II camera. Printed on the box is: Made in United States of America by Eastman Kodak Co. Rochester N.Y. # 294. It is in fair/good condition and the size is approximately 6 inches by 3 inches. The box is not torn; however, the corners are worn. What can you tell me about it?
Kovels Antiques, Inc., was founded by Ralph and Terry Kovel. Hailed as “the duke and duchess of the antiques world,” they have written more than 100 books and special reports about collecting. Their bylined column is the longest-running syndicated weekly column in the country, distributed to more than 150 newspapers. Their guides include the annual Kovels’ Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide, which has sold over 4 million copies since its first edition.
