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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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Thunderstruck! Original Batman Cover Art Sells for $2.4M
Classic cover art for 1986's groundbreaking "Batman: The Dark Knight Returns" becomes most valuable mainstream comic book art sold at auction.
Circus Memorabilia: Collecting the Greatest Show on Earth
The grandiosity of the Big Top still resonates and for collectors, acquiring circus photographs, posters, artifacts and more remains a vibrant and colorful hobby.
Miriam Haskell: Costume Jewelry of the Stars
With creative partner Frank Hess, Miriam Haskell designed affordable costume jewelry pieces promoted by some of Hollywood's biggest names. Discover why her vintage items are in such high demand.
'Back to the Future' VHS Tape Sells for Record $75,000
Owned by actor Tom Wilson who played Biff Tannen, the tape led Heritage's first VHS sale, which also included a 'Goonies' tape that sold for $50,000 and a copy of 'Jaws' for $32,500.
Boba Fett Action Figure Bags Another World Record, Selling for $236K
The rocket-firing prototype beats the record set in March to lead Hake's "Star Wars" specialty auction, which achieved $900K and set other records for Jawa and Yak Face figures and a Boba Fett bootleg.
It's Go Time for Advertising Club Convention
Postponed for years because of the pandemic, Antique Advertising Association of America is finally ready for in-person fun at July convention.
Greatest LEGO Set Ever: The Millennium Falcon
Fifteen years ago, more than 5,000 LEGO pieces weighing twenty-two pounds clicked with a remarkable engineering-design feat to create the most desirable LEGO set of all time, the Millennium Falcon of "Star Wars" fame.
Batman Debut Soars to a Record-Breaking $1.74M
The rare copy of 'Detective Comics' #27 from 1939 is now the most expensive comic book starring the Caped Crusader.
The Wonder of Wooden Jewelry
From ancient Chinese beads to Victorian jewelry made with bog oak and modern fine jewelry, wood has been used in myriad ways for jewelry production throughout history. Why collectors seek wooden adornment in all its wonder.
Rare Chinese Vase Kept in Family's Kitchen Sells for $1.8 Million
The artifact, dating to the 18th century and made during the Qianlong period for an emperor, received interest from collectors worldwide and sold for $1 million more than expected.
Iconic Man Ray Photograph Sells for Record $12.4 Million
The famed 'Le Violon d'Ingres' from 1924 makes history as the most expensive photograph ever sold at auction.
The History of 'Mother' Pillows
Dating back to the War of 1812, soldiers shipped their love home to dear old Mom in the form of rhyming and sentimental pillow talk.
10 Best Flea Markets
From Brimfield to the Rose Bowl, and all places in between, these are the best flea markets in the country.
'Strong to the Finich': Popeye Tank Sets New World Record
The rare toy realizes $105,000 and was bought by a collector who owned it 20 years ago and plans to display it in a private toy museum.
Joan Crawford's Favorite Citrine Jewelry Suite Heads to Auction
Jewels worn by actress Mitzi Gaynor, diamonds galore and property from several noteworthy estates also shine in Heritage Auctions' star-studded sale.
