Rubbies, emeralds, pearls and more, set in brooches, necklaces and earrings will take center stage July 25-28 during the New York Antique Jewelry & Watch Show. Read More +
Rubies and emeralds sure to shine at NY Antique Jewelry & Watch Show
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Picker’s Bible: Picking insights from a full-time pro
In an exclusive excerpt from his book, the “Picker’s Bible,” Joe Willard shares his childhood picking experiences, which served as the impetus of becoming a full-time, professional picker. Read More +
Postcard Ponderings: End of one era marks the beginning of another
Check out the inaugural installment of a new column, Postcard Ponderings, written by Antique Trader co-editor Karen Knapstein, as she explores her passion for postcards. Read More +
Unfinished ‘bear business’ draws on friendship and expertise
Learn how a decades-long friendship between two men brought together by collectible bears lead to one of the men completing the work of his dear friend, all in the name of assisting someone looking for information about bears. Read More +
Fresh-to-market collection of antique music machines headlining sale
Gramophones, graphophones, cylinder players are among the more than 500 antique musical devices heading to market July 19-20 through Donley Auction Services. Read More +
Rare dimes leading Las Vegas event
As if the PCGS Members Only Show June 17 isn’t exciting in itself, this year’s show includes an auction hosted by Legend Rare Coin Auctions, featuring The Simpson Proof Seated Dime Collection. Read More +
Benton’s ‘New England Farm’ signed lithograph is cultivating bidder interest
A signed lithograph by American artist Thomas Hart Benton, depicting a days work on the farm, circa 1951, may command between $1,000 to $1,500 during Link Auction Galleries’ Summer Gallery Auction. The sale, with online bidding being handled by Invaluable, is set for July 12-13. Read More +
Gallery records prove invaluable for provenance
Gallery records confirm the history of two 19th century paintings, by Americans who studied in Europe, and lay the foundation for growing attraction of these pieces as they headline the Fine Art Summer Auction offered by Witherell’s Antiques, July 9-23. Read More +
Ten Things You Didn’t Know: World War I
With July 28, 2014 marking 100 years since the start of the start of World War I, Antique Trader has gathered together an engrossing list of historical, political and collectible details related to the “War to End All Wars.” Read More +
Nashville glass show adding new events
American-made glassware and pottery will be celebrated at the 15th Annual Elegant and Depression Glass Show and Sale, set for July 19-20, in Nashville, Tenn. Read More +