There are always some strange and even weird things listed in our price books. In our newest book, the 52nd edition “Kovels’ Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide 2020” By Terry Kovel...
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Be the first to guess what the pictured item is by leaving a comment below. If you have your own whatsit, our editors can include it in a future post....
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This photograph of one of the most famous images in American history sold at a recent Heritage auction for $30,000. Our thanks to those who have served and continue to...
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With its bright colors and patterns, spatterware is still attracting collectors. Did you know there's a difference between spongeware and spatterware? Head over to the sale report for more information...
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Danish Modern teak furniture, especially pieces made in the 1950s, are attracting young collectors who love its look and practicality. This c.1950 upholstered sofa has a teak frame with armrests...
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We don't feel quality costume jewelry has ever gone out of fashion. Pieces with a well-known name and maker's mark, such as Trifari, Miriam Haskell or Monet, still get high...
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Celluloid is considered the world's first plastic and it was once a popular material for toys. Lightweight and easy to shape, it was often used for moving toys like nodders...
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Argenta pottery was made by the Swedish Gustavsberg pottery factory. It's noted for its green glazes and silver overlay decoration of mythical creatures like sea dragons and mermaids. A recent...
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Sometimes a gamble pays off when you buy a collectible. Kevin DeMattia, owner of Emperor Norton’s Boozeland, a San Francisco bar, collected Norton memorabilia. DeMattia was asked to buy an...
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Q: I have a “Johnson Juice, A Drink for Healthcare” can, Lyndon B. Johnson political memorabilia. I can’t find anything like it. What is the value of this item?
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Q: We have a six-piece espresso set of bone china from Austria with this blue line symbol on the bottom. The set includes an espresso/teapot, sugar with lid, milk server,...
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