A cigar lighter, made in the shape of a figural Justice for the World’s Fair of 1893, is one of the hundreds of lots pegged to sell at Fontaine’s Auction Gallery, March 29. Read More +
1893 figural Justice lighter could earn $5K
Tag Archives: toys
Iconic #1 comic books vying for top lot in Jan. 18 auction
Phillip Weiss Auctions is kicking off a new year in a new locale, and a jam-packed calendar of auctions, starting with a comics, comic art, sports memorabilia and animation auction Jan. 18. Read More +
Die-cast fighter jet and Madame Alexander doll headline 300-lot toy auction
An eclectic mix of toys, dolls and trains, including an impressive Lionel Train set, circa 1960s, vintage die-cast aviation toys and antique dolls, will cross the auction block at Stephenson’s Auctioneers Aug. 16. Read More +
Cars in the closet earn a truck in the drive
An elusive 1968 White Enamel Custom Hot Wheels Camaro not only connected two strangers, it led to life changing moments for both. Read More +
Vintage dolls, toys and fine glass headlining estate sale
A diverse collection amassed by three sisters, over more than 40 years, will be offered in a three day estate sale July 11-14 in Georgia. Read More +
Weekly Auction & Show Ads Feb. 28 – April 28, 2013
Antique Trader’s online directory of ads promoting auctions, shows and events in the antiques community, for Feb. 28 – April 28, 2013. Read More +
Fun & Games with Coca-Cola: Serious collectors seek refreshing playtime toys
Hands down,Coca-Cola is the champion of brand marketing. Key examples of this are the games and toys used to market the soda, and now they are among the most popular of all Coca-Cola collectibles. Read More +
Santa car leads auction parade at $28,910
VINELAND, N.J. – Santa was tops in Bertoia Auctions’ Sept. 21-23 Toybox Treasures sale, cruising to the front lot spot in a Tippco tinplate car. The jaunty circa-1928 tin convertible, profusely decorated with images of toys, teddies and colorful balloons, … Read More +
Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know: Coin-Op Antiques
Did you know artifacts show coin-operated machines existed as far back as the 1st century A.D.? Here’s everything you want to know about coin-op antiques. Read More +
Gold Rush Antiques Show bringing hundreds of dealers to Minnesota
The May Gold Rush at the Olmsted County Fairgrounds in Rochester, Minn., opens May 11-13, 2012. The show is back on its regular Mother’s Day weekend. Read More +