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Author Archives: Alan M. Petrillo

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P.T. Barnum’s 200th: Circus fans plan year-long celebration

April 19, 2010 | Alan M. Petrillo | Leave a reply

July 5 is the notable day that circus lovers around the world will commemorate the 200th birthday anniversary of P.T. Barnum, the man who founded the circus that became the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus. Read More +

Dealers turning to appraisals as income source

January 13, 2010 | Alan M. Petrillo | Leave a reply

Economic times have been tough during the past year for antique dealers and collectors alike, and prognosticators predict that 2010 is shaping up to be pretty flat as well. Read More +

Tucson Gem Show could see record turnout

September 30, 2009 | Alan M. Petrillo | Leave a reply

City-wide event draws more than 4,500 vendors across more than 50 area hotels and resorts
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Antiques still selling in Wisconsin consignment store

September 9, 2009 | Alan M. Petrillo | Leave a reply

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Pulp fiction paperbacks seducing collectors

September 2, 2009 | Alan M. Petrillo | Leave a reply

They’re sexy. They’re provocative. Some are even lurid. And many carry the most stunning cover art depicted on periodicals of the period. Read More +

Collecting military patches

June 10, 2009 | Alan M. Petrillo | Leave a reply

For centuries, military insignia has symbolized rank, commanded respect and displayed accomplishments for proud soldiers of all nations. Read More +

Woodworking tools evoke images of lost era

May 22, 2009 | Alan M. Petrillo | Leave a reply

Old woodworking tools offer an advantage to collectors by playing a dual role. For some people, collecting old tools because of their usefulness, as well as their craftsmanship, is one reason. Read More +

Collecting vintage Zippo lighters and smoking collectibles

May 13, 2009 | Alan M. Petrillo | Leave a reply

At one time, when smoking cigarettes was much more popular than today, nearly every other person carried either matches or a cigarette lighter. Read More +

What’s cooking? Nostalgia and memories drive popularity of kitchen collectibles

May 6, 2009 | Alan M. Petrillo | Leave a reply

The kitchen is the heart of the home and many people have fond memories of sitting in granny’s kitchen, watching her use a variety of utensils to handle the cooking and baking chores at hand. Read More +

The game is afoot! Who is Arthur Conan Doyle?

April 23, 2009 | Alan M. Petrillo | Leave a reply

“Elementary, my dear Watson.” While it’s commonly believed that Sherlock Holmes uttered those words, you won’t find that quote in any of the published stories that Arthur Conan Doyle wrote about the famous English consulting detective. Read More +

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