Appraisal education seminar slated for Sept. 22-23
The Sixth Annual Foundation for Appraisal Education Seminar, scheduled for Sept. 22-23, will feature a speaker panel of 14 experts.
Going ‘Game of Thrones’ with Viking jewelry, relics
The new season (seventh) of 'Game of Thrones' is set to unveil July 16, and it's being met with increased interest in Viking jewelry and medieval relics, reports auction experts.
Collectors curate vintage tablecloth database
Members of the Vintage Tablecloth Lovers Club are showing and sharing their love of tablecloths in a big way, by developing an extensive database devoted to tablecloths.
Texas AG: Invest in research when buying gold coins
Attorney General of Texas, Ken Paxton recently teamed up with numismatic experts, specifically Michael Fuljenz, whose expertise includes numismatic-related crimes, to provide valuable tips about collecting gold coins.
Authorities investigating theft of $400K+ antique clock
A $400,000+ uncommon antique clock by Asprey & Co. is the focus of an investigation by authorities in Chicago, following its theft during an antique show recently.
Symposium explores WWI through antique textiles
The Virginia Quilt Museum is preparing to offer a unique presentation, July 27-29, regarding World War I, as told through the textiles of the time.
eBay Collective spotlights Doris Leslie Blau Gallery
The key to longevity in today's antiques business involves being able to expand one's global footprint. For Doris Leslie Blau Gallery, a firm specializing in antique carpets and custom rugs for the past 45 years, one way to do just that is through eBay Collective.
Heroes & Outlaws: Western toys need media tie-in
The heroes and outlaws of Western toys once garnered much attention and appreciation from youth and collectors alike. To regain that level of popularity, Western toys need a media makeover of sorts, suggests toy authority Mark Bellomo.
Getting There Safely: Packing and shipping cut glass
Did you know when shipping glass two boxes are always better than one? Or cotton gloves used when drying cut glass helps prevent dull finger prints? These tips can be found in this guest column by Vickie Matthews.