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Explore a galaxy of collectibles, from antique advertising to vintage toys, comic books to postcards, glass to posters, and beyond. Heaven knows what you'll discover.
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High Flyers! Jordan's 'Space Jam' Shoes Sell for $176K
One-of-a-kind Air Jordan brand sneakers made for Michael Jordan to honor his role in the hit Looney Tunes movie 'Space Jam' are slam dunk for collectors at Sotheby’s.
The Ice Gun: A Forgotten Space-Age Kitchen Gadget From 1935
The iconic, and super rare Ice Gun is a piece of Art Deco hardware that Buck Rogers would love, blasting sci-fi coolness into cocktail hour.
Tussie-Mussies: 10 Things You Didn't Know
Small bouquets of flowers, tussie-mussies and the decorative posy holders they were held in were a popular fashion accessory in Victorian times, and are now sought by collectors.
The Art & Flair of Mary Blair
One of Walt Disney's favorite artists, Mary Blair used vivid colors to create swirling, imaginative images to influence "Cinderella," "Peter Pan" and other classic Disney films.
The Most Dangerous Toy Ever
The U-238 Atomic Energy Lab, featuring jars of uranium, instructions on how to split an atom, and 150 nifty Cold War experiments, promised 1950s kids big fun with radioactive materials. What could go wrong?!!
Alphonse Mucha: Celebrated Art Nouveau artist
Mucha first found fame with his revolutionary poster designs and was instrumental in popularizing the Art Nouveau aesthetic.
Dragonflies Enchanted Art Nouveau Jewelry Designers
Lalique, Tiffany and others created stunning pieces inspired by the insect's graceful beauty.
Video Game Sells for Staggering $1.56M
Collecting world stunned as Super Mario Bros. video game smashes world record, becoming the first video game to sell for more than a million dollars
Etch A Sketch The Perfect Modern Toy
Introduced in 1960, the Etch A Sketch, with its TV stylings and power of instant reinvention, was the perfect toy for a fast emerging modern world.
A Misprint in a Bible From 1631 Endorses Hanky-Panky
The rare and valuable 'Wicked Bible' omits 'not' from commandment, 'Thou shall not commit adultery.'
Iconic Movie Costumes Strut to Auction
Costumes from renowned Gene London Collection being sold at Heritage Auctions include pieces worn by Marilyn Monroe, Grace Kelly, Cyd Charisse and Joan Crawford.
Lady Head Vases: 10 Things You Didn't Know
Ceramic beauties with impeccable style, lady head vases are a charming and popular mid-century collectible.
Virginia is for Textile Lovers
Two new exhibits highlighting the art of quilters and Navajo weaving open at expanded Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg this summer.
Advertising Club Zooms Forward with Convention
Antique Advertising Association of America nimbly shifts July annual convention online after hotel ownership change.
S&H Green Stamps Had Consumers Saving By the Book
Shoppers could redeem these most popular trading stamps for merchandise in rewards catalogs.
