S & F Fielding Co. porcelain vase bears lasting value
In the latest installment of Ask the Experts, evaluator Susan Mullikin, shares her findings about the maker of a reader's porcelain vase.
Ask the Experts: Inscribed Berryman political cartoon could fetch $1,000
The subject of a recent Ask the Experts inquiry, a political cartoon of President Johnson by Jim Berryman, prompts an intriguing response from evaluator Dr. Anthony Cavo.
Antique Trader announces return of Antiques & Collectibles Trade Directory
It’s been a few years, but the Antique Trader Business Directory is back. Anyone operating an art, collectibles, antiques or related business is encouraged to get listed for free.
Meerschaum pipe with dual busts may bank $400
A reader's inquiry about a unique set of meerschaum pipes prompt Dr. G. Marchelos to provide a brief history lesson, in the latest Ask the Experts column.
Box offers subtle clues pointing to verdict of ‘knockoff’
Dr. Anthony Cavo points to the lack of expected wear and tear, as an indication of a 'supposed' 400-year-old box being less-than-authentic, in his latest Ask the Experts column.
Classic Trader: Tokens of Romance
In this Classic Trader archive spotlight, Lou W. McCulloch discusses various romance and Valentine's related collectibles from the past.
Arts & Crafts influence evident in uncommon table
In a recent Ask the Experts column, evaluator Susan Mullikin shares a bit about the Arts & Crafts movement, in reference to a unique punched-top table.
Ask the Experts: ‘Silvery’ glass coasters are really tin-washed brass
Things are not always as they seem, and that is the case involving a pair of what is described as 'silvery' glass coasters, reports Dr. G. Marchelos, in his response to a recent Ask the Experts inquiry.
Ask the Experts: Value of bedroom furniture rests on its usability
In his latest Ask the Experts assessment, Dr. G. Marchelos offers insight about a selection of bedroom furniture with value steeped largely in usability.