1937 tax forms’ greatest value is historic
In a recent installment of Ask the Experts, Dr. Anthony J. Cavo provides insight about value and interest in vintage tax forms and a single bookend.
Collectors swoon over Texas Ranger items
Did you know the Texas Rangers law enforcement agency has been in operation since 1823? Today the history and memorabilia associated with this crime-fighting group is receiving tremendous interest.
Georgia becoming home to computer museum
Lonnie Mimms is transforming his interest in early technology, computers specifically, into a destination experience in the Computer Museum of America. Antique Trader contributor Greg Bates recently caught up with him to learn more.
Condition issues mean bed is better off as a bench
Q I know this may be a long shot to ask you and sorry to bother you. I have my great grandmothers bed and it’s in really rough shape. So I’m restoring it into a bench for my mom (her granddaughter) I came across a couple markings but can’t find out...
Reverse-painted lamp carries a value of $1,250
Dr. G. Marchelos evaluates a trio of inquiries, including that of an antique pen, a table-top reverse-painted lamp, and a mango serving fork.
Interest on the rise for early computers
Craig Solomonson's appreciation for computer technology took shape as the public first became aware of computers, and that early interest provided countless opportunities to acquire many early systems and meet fascinating people with similar interests. Solomonson looks back on his collecting years.
Ask the Experts: WWI-era chest could be worth up to $700
In the latest installment of Ask the Experts, Dr. G. Marcelos fields inquiries about decanters and a dresser identified as a WWI-era chest of drawers.
Georgian Period Jewelry: The Elusive and Inclusive Era
Jewelry's role in history can be undervalued. Antique Trader contributor Dr. Anthony J. Cavo teams up with Nancy Schuring, of Devon Fine Jewelry, to examine the sustainability of Georgian period jewelry.
Suspected whorehouse lamp proves of value
In this Ask the Experts column, Susan Mullikin addresses two inquiries with evaluations containing history about lighting used in a 'red light district,' and retro canisters with a 'merry' presence.