A variety of props and memorabilia related to the world of magic, including several pieces belonging to the legendary Harry Houdini himself will enter the market Dec. 12, during a 260-lot sale at Dreweatts & Bloomsbury Auctions.
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De-mystifying American fire marks
Deciphering truth from the tales surrounding fire marks (the metal badges that identified various fire departments or brigades) can be tricky, until now. Robert M. Shea and the Fire Mark Circle of the Americas take you inside the truth.
Victorian Casino Antiques readies walk-up “buy-it-now” store
Victorian Casino Antiques is aiming to put antiques into the hands of collectors with a new service offering pre-priced collectibles for on-the-spot purchase.
Coin-op amusements stealing show in Mass.
Several uncommon coin-ops, including a 1900s Yale Wonder Clock and 1950s Chicago Coin’s Band Box Juke Box, are headlining a diverse selection of 450 fresh-to-the-market lots at a specialty auction at Fontaine's Auction Gallery, Sept. 21.
161st York antiques show set for Aug. 30-Sept. 1
It's one of the oldest and most popular antiques shows in the country, and it's making its return soon! The 161st Semi-Annual York Antiques Show & Sale is Aug 30 - Sept. 1 in York, Pa.
Contemporary art a hot collecting topic in Warman’s Antiques & Collectibles
As a collector, you are probably guided by your own tastes rather than the market, but the clever collector is always aware of trends, even if he or she despises them.
Grand Trunk Antique Show celebrating 5th year in 2013
One of the earliest openers, Grand Trunk Antiques’ doors open at daybreak May 14-19, July 9-14 and Sept. 3-8, 2013. With no gate, closing is at the discretion of the individual dealers.
Legendary J & J gearing up for 2013 events
J & J Promotions Antique & Collectible Shows is a Brimfield legend. With good reason, too, considering the owners, Jill Reid Lukesh and Judith Reid Mathieu, are the daughters of the late Gordon Reid, considered by many to be the pioneer of outdoor antique shows.
Show promoter association bids visitors Welcome to Brimfield
Organizers of America's best-loved destination for antiquing are gearing up for the start of the Brimfield antiques show season. See what's on tap for 2013.
More than 350 dealers ushering in Springtime
Marburger Farm Antique Show is rapidly approaching, and with 43 acres and 350+ exhibitors, the Farm is sure to deliver some amazing adventures and offerings.