Kovels.com reports on 5 antiques and collectibles that are currently in demand and selling fast. Top trends include anything “midcentury,” handmade baskets, vintage jewelry and period furniture.
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Terry Kovel will be guest speaker at the 2018 National Antique Bottle Convention in Cleveland, August 2 through 5. It's the largest antique bottle and glass event of the year....
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Have a glorious Fourth of July! This porcelain figurine depicts a colonial fifer and two drummers and is modeled after “The Spirit of ’76,” an 1875 oil painting by Archibald...
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A Chicago auction of vases, lamps, and artwork from a famous collection of the quirky Jim Walrod attracted worldwide buyers. Included was this unique Gaetano Pesce Fish Design vase. Find...
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Porcelain collectibles from Japan are affordable as well as eye-catching. This pair of Nippon candlesticks trimmed in gold auctioned for less than $40 in Indiana. Find more Nippon pieces and...
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Some of the earliest bicycles – including some that will shake your bones! – were big sellers in a recent New York auction. This c.1887 “ordinary” bicycle sold or more...
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Early tools, made from the Roman period to the 19th century, drew special interest at an auction in Massachusetts, where this 19th century French sickle sold. See prices and photos...
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Decorative glass flasks from the 19th century were great for whiskey and now draw collectors with their embossed historical figures and patriotic decorations. A recent auction included this c.1860 cornflower...
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Bobbleheads, with oversized, bouncing heads, first grabbed sports memorabilia collectors’ attention in the mid-20th century. Also called nodders, these figures represent hundreds of sports teams, mascots and players – like...
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Decorative silver items are durable and versatile. Collectors use their silver pieces and also display them. This Tiffany pitcher has retained its beauty for more than 100 years. For more...
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