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Karen Knapstein

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10 Things You Should Know: The Antique Advertising Association of America

By Karen Knapstein
Jun 18, 2019

Deltiologists celebrate National Postcard Week 2019

By Karen Knapstein
Jun 7, 2019

Ruby Lane antiques

Ruby Lane: Find your conversation starters at Allie's Antiques

By Karen Knapstein
Jun 5, 2019

Antique Boxes, Tea Caddies & Society, 1700-1880, 2nd Ed., by Antigone Clark & Joseph O’Kelly, 9” x 12”, hardcover w/dustjacket, Schiffer Publishing, schifferbooks.com, 2018, 384 pp., $95.

Book Review: Antique Boxes, Tea Caddies & Society

By Karen Knapstein
Dec 5, 2019

Fly Fishing Treasures: The World of Fly Fishers and Collecting

Collectors will get hooked on ‘Fly Fishing Treasures’

By Karen Knapstein
May 23, 2019

American Eagle: A Visual History of Our National Emblem

Author pens visual history of American eagle

By Karen Knapstein
May 23, 2019

The Law (in Plain English)® for Collectors - A Guide for Lovers of Art and Antiques, Allworth Press (an imprint of Skyhorse Publishing, Inc.), 2018, ISBN 9781621536680, paperback, 6” x 9”, 272 pages, $19.99. www.allworth.com.

Book Review: The Law (In Plain English) For Collectors

By Karen Knapstein
May 23, 2019

In Miniature: How Small Things Illuminate The World, by Simon Garfield, Atria Books, hardcover, 256 pages, $25.

Book Review: In Miniature - How Small Things Illuminate the World

By Karen Knapstein
May 23, 2019

The Anglo Boer War in 100 Objects

Militaria books are valued additions to the bookshelf

By Karen Knapstein
May 10, 2019

Color postcard of Notre-Dame, west façade, by Yvon.

Vintage Postcards: Explore Notre-Dame de Paris

By Karen Knapstein
May 10, 2019

National Postcard Week Postcard Option 3

How to celebrate National Postcard Week 2019

By Karen Knapstein
May 8, 2019

Charles Addams, “Downhill Skier,” The New Yorker, January 13, 1940

Ten Things You Didn't Know About Charles Addams

By Karen Knapstein
Apr 24, 2019

National Postcard Week Postcard

Plan ahead for National Postcard Week 2019

By Karen Knapstein
Mar 13, 2019

1967 Ford Mustang Custom Fastback, Eleanor, from the movie “Gone In 60 Seconds,” $385,000. Photo courtesy Barrett-Jackson

Unique collector cars bring strong prices at auction

By Karen Knapstein
Feb 22, 2019

Courtesy of PBS.org/Antiques Roadshow

Deadline looming for 2019 Antiques Roadshow tickets

By Karen Knapstein
Jan 23, 2019

Krewes of Proteus invite

What you need to know to collect Mardi Gras invitations

By Karen Knapstein
Jan 23, 2019

Christmas at Historic Houses

‘Historic Houses’ packed with inspirational Christmas decor

By Karen Knapstein
Dec 21, 2018

Holt Howard Christmas tumblers courtesy of Ruby Lane.

Having a Merry Kitschy Christmas

By Karen Knapstein
Dec 19, 2018

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Address book will prevent losing contacts

By Karen Knapstein
Dec 11, 2018

Maurice Calka, orange Boomerang Desk, France, circa 1970, made by Maison Leleu, fiberglass, 33 1/2” d. x 30 1/2” h. x 70 1/2” w., $85,000. Image courtesy of eBay Collective

Decorative Arts

Inspiring Design: Five minutes with Sasha Bikoff

By Karen Knapstein
Oct 29, 2018

LightView XL 2in1 magnifying lamp from Brightech.

Magnifying lamp puts light where you need it

By Karen Knapstein
Oct 10, 2018

Troika lounge chairs

Antiques & Vintage Tent debuts at modern craft fair Oct. 5-7

By Karen Knapstein
Sep 26, 2018

Antique Trader subscription

Deadline looming for 2018 Favorite Finds Contest

By Karen Knapstein
Sep 24, 2018

Boy Holding Screaming Baby (Big Brother’s Dilemma)

ARI on the hunt for stolen Norman Rockwell paintings

By Karen Knapstein
Sep 12, 2018

Hertel & Schwabb character baby doll. Courtesy of Ruby Lane

Character dolls: Not always pretty, but always interesting

By Karen Knapstein
Aug 30, 2018

Luxury watch by Tiffany & Co.

Antique Jewelry

Take time to discover luxury watches

By Karen Knapstein
Aug 23, 2018

Bell and Watson prototype phone, accompanied by original 1881 patent paperwork and a tag with Watson’s hand-written name and the date August 2, 1881, $40,000.

SOLD! Antique telephones ring up bids at auction

By Karen Knapstein
Aug 23, 2018

A pair of needlepoint pillows with bird designs, rope trim, dark tan cotton backing and a wool, needlepoint front with two different birds perched on branches. Includes two pillow inserts. $1,050.

Unwanted items may end with surprising sales results

By Karen Knapstein
Aug 21, 2018

Scarce Toppie the Elephant lunch box.

Collectibles Wanted: Collectors looking to buy

By Karen Knapstein
Aug 21, 2018

Star sapphire, diamond, platinum ring. Courtesy of Ruby Lane

Don't miss the Ruby Red Tag Sale Aug. 17-19 - Many items 50% off!

By Karen Knapstein
Aug 17, 2018

Old Euro Diamond Cushion Cut Emerald Ruby Sapphire Brooch 18k Gold Mixed Gemstone Flower Brooch $1,899. Courtesy of Ruby Lane

Statement Jewelry: The hardest part is choosing what to say

By Karen Knapstein
Dec 4, 2019

Rare Bib Fortuna Star Wars action figure

Star Wars action figures eclipse $200,000 at auction

By Karen Knapstein
Aug 9, 2018

One-of-a-kind gold nugget, measuring nearly 11 inches in length and weighing 1,241 grams (39.9 troy ounces), estimate: $70,000-$100,000. Courtesy of Heritage Auctions

Enormous 11-inch gold nugget could fetch $100K

By Karen Knapstein
Aug 6, 2018

French Palais Royal mother-of-pearl tazza.

Ooh La La: French antiques aplenty on Ruby Lane

By Karen Knapstein
Aug 3, 2018

July 19, 2017 cover

Free Promotion: Antique Trader announces 2019 Collectibles Trade Directory

By Karen Knapstein
Aug 1, 2018

NPCW: Cartoonist makes his mark on National Postcard Week 2018

By Karen Knapstein
Jul 20, 2018

A Naturalist Delight: Rizzoli Press reprints Edwardian diary from 1906

By Karen Knapstein
Jul 9, 2018

Click here to buy "Edwardian Ladies Hat Fashions: Where Did You Get That Hat?" at Amazon.com. Available at booksellers nationwide and online.

Feature Stories

‘Edwardian Ladies’ Hat Fashions’ revisits lavish extremes of millinery history

By Karen Knapstein
Jul 9, 2018

1962 Seattle World's Fair elongated cent

Coins, Metals & Paper Money

Pressing Memories: Pursuing elongated coins won't break the bank

By Karen Knapstein
Jun 2, 2018

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Contemporary artists carry on sailors’ valentine tradition

By Karen Knapstein
Feb 9, 2018

Frederick Cooper lamp

Find what you didn’t know you wanted at EBTH

By Karen Knapstein
Jan 23, 2018

1930s WPA work-incentive poster

Posters for Relief: Federal Art Project served up purpose for artists

By Karen Knapstein
Dec 5, 2019

Grand Bazaar NYC crowd photo

Dealers support local schools by shopping Grand Bazaar NYC

By Karen Knapstein
Dec 7, 2017

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10 reasons you should know Viktor Schreckengost

By Karen Knapstein
Oct 13, 2017

outdoor antiques iron urn and pedestal

Outdoor antiques will personalize your space

By Karen Knapstein
Sep 27, 2017

Single Chair by Leon Jallot

Interior design advice: Tell your own story

By Karen Knapstein
Sep 26, 2017

Korean Baby in Ceremonial Costume woodblock print

Buyers pursue Paul Jacoulet prints at auction

By Karen Knapstein
Sep 14, 2017

Waterman Red Ripple Fountain Pen

Decorative Arts

Putting pen to paper with distinction

By Karen Knapstein
Aug 25, 2017

Sailboats on Black Velvet paint by numbers

Vintage paint by numbers compliment modern decor

By Karen Knapstein
Aug 22, 2017

Nikon marks 100th anniversary July 25

By Karen Knapstein
Jul 25, 2017

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