A collection of more than 600 lots of the NASA space program in action, from the early days of Mercury, to the triumphs of Apollo, are heading to auction, Feb. 26 through London-based Bloomsbury Auctions. Among the expected highlights of the sale is a clear photo of astronaut Neil Armstrong on the moon, with the American flag to his left. Read More +
It’s often said that knowledge is power, and not only does Behind the Gavel columnist Wayne Jordan agree with that sentiment, but he recommends titles no antique dealer’s or collector’s reference library should be without. Read More +
This year’s Original Miami Beach Antiques Show saw the largest opening day attendance in seven years, strong sales, and a good response to special events including appraisals and educational events, report show organizers with U.S. Antique Shows. Read More +
The featured ads in this week’s Antique Trader’s show and auction round-up provide you with key information about shows around the country, as well as auctions featuring vintage advertising and country store collectibles, glass and lamps, and antique furniture, among others. Plus, you’ll find opportunities to consign items for upcoming militaria and antique lamp and glass auctions. Read More +
Camille Nixdorf Phelan was a quilter, and from the looks of it, a historian, too. Luckily, she was both, and ended up combining both of her interests to create a masterpiece quilt, the “American History Quilt.” The very quilt that is headlining Cowan Auction’s Fine & Decorative Art Auction, Feb. 20-21. Read More +
A Rose Medallion punch bowl featuring President Ulysses S. Grant’s monogram, within a laurel leaf, is one of anticipated standouts in Cottone Auctions’ Feb. 20-21 Fine Art & Antiques Auction. Read More +
A display of photos and seldom-seen autographs from Abraham Lincoln, John Wilkes Booth and the soldier who shot and killed Booth, sold for $30,000, during a Jan. 24, 2015 auction which realized double the expected sales, at Heritage Auctions. Read More +
Parents may wonder if the wisdom they share is being heeded by their children, but as author John Adams-Graf explains, some of the most important lessons are learned by observing and respecting the experiences that shape someone else. Read More +
From the essentials of day-to-day living of the past, to nostalgic and popular collectibles of today, country store memorabilia continue to enjoy widespread appeal. Read More +
The Feb. 8 Winter Estates Auction at Ahlers & Ogletree will feature more than 500 lots, representing a dizzying array of categories, including duck decoys, militaria, collectible coins, vintage guitars, original artwork, baby boomer items, and celebrity and political memorabilia. Read More +