Historic sheet music plays to national pride
They say there is a song for every occasion, and when it comes to patriotic music, every day is an occasion for celebrating music and freedom. In this article, Melody Amsel-Arieli explores the topic of antique and vintage patriotic sheet music.
Online auction company offering ephemera galore
Over & Above Online Auction will host its inaugural auction April 29, bringing forth art, advertising, and a diverse selection of ephemera.
Take a tour of historical passport collecting
Did you know the word 'passport' first appears within the lexicon in the late 15th century? Esteemed passport collecting authority, Tom Topol, shares this and other fascinating facts about passports, as well as helpful tips to begin collecting these special items of history.
Decorative arts selling without reserve Oct. 7
Woody Auctions is selling art glass, antique clocks, Newcomb Pottery pieces, Chinese enamel, vintage lamps - more than 400 lots in all - on Saturday, October 7, in Douglass, Kansas.
Error cents, coiled hair Stella find fans at ANA
Coin and currency auction action out of Denver, Colorado includes record-setting prices paid for error Lincoln cents, during the annual summer ANA convention.
WWI collectibles enter the realm of antiques
In light of this year marking the 100th anniversary of the beginning of America's involvement in World War I, Dr. Anthony J. Cavo sees interest in WWI memorabilia reaching new heights.
From the Editor: Memorable ‘scene setting’
Sometimes it's a phrase or even a simple quote that sets the scene and captivates your attention. Antoinette Rahn shares some of those scenes from the May 10, 2017 issue of Antique Trader.
Olivetti 32 note cards may be future ephemeral collectibles
Typewriters may be a thing of the past when it comes to business, but not when it comes to serious appreciation from collectors. In the latest 'Things We Love' column, Print Editor Karen Knapstein shares how the new Olivetti note cards demonstrate that fact.
Menacing letter penned by Bonnie & Clyde up for auction
Infamous outlaws Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow's letter to a former gang member, which includes the line: "The most I can do is hope you miss the ‘chair'," will cross the auction block Sept. 26 through RR Auction.