Gentleman, lifelong student, revered authority of antique toys, and exemplary family man and friend are some common characteristics used to describe Rich Bertoia, who passed away Dec. 19. He was 62.
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Nostalgia powering up market for vintage video games
As some of the most popular products of the 2016 holiday season demonstrated, the interest in vintage video games and consoles is on the rise, both among collectors and gamers. In this article by Eric Bradley, as part of his book Picker's Pocket Guide -- Toys, the market for vintage video games is growing...
4 most popular types of political memorabilia
Long after the current election season is in the record books, political memorabilia including posters, buttons and flags, will join a rich legacy of political artifacts.
Beatles-used gear is Mount Everest of memorabilia
There's no question that The Beatles' popularity is something of legend, and auction results of Beatles-used gear confirms popularity among collectors. Noah Fleisher, author of The Beatles: Fab Finds of the Fab Four explores this facet of Beatles memorabilia with collecting expert Andy Babiuk.
Massive Missouri collection of cars and memorabilia up for bids Oct. 21-23
A portion of a seriously large collection of classic cars, petroliana memorabilia and collectibles is coming to auction Oct. 21-23.
Antique presidential campaign textiles focus of exhibition
Antique presidential campaign textile art is the focus of a new exhibition, "Your Next President . . . !" at the George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum.
Fall Junk Bonanza welcomes visitors Sept. 22-24
The Fall Junk Bonanza, presented by Ki Nassauer, will open its doors at Canterbury Park in Shakopee, Minn., Sept. 22-24.
Heritage Auctions registers 1 millionth online bidder
As Heritage Auctions continues to celebrate it's 40th anniversary, the auction house recently reported the registration of its 1 millionth online bidder.
‘Wisconsin Sports’ exhibit on view at WADA Show Oct. 7-8
The Wisconsin Badgers and Milwaukee Braves will be represented during a special exhibition scheduled to be displayed during the 65th Annual Wisconsin Antiques Dealers Association Show & Sale, Oct. 7-8.
San Francisco exhibit showcases early 19-century transferware
A selection of blue-and-white transferware pottery from the 19th century is on display in a new exhibit at the San Francisco International Airport.