Records & Music
Collecting Christmas Albums
It's the sound of the season as writer Tim Neely shows you how to build a Christmas album collection in a cost-effective way.
John Lennon Remembered
From The Beatles to a solo career, remembering a man, his music and the collectibles we cling to forty years after his death Dec. 8, 1980.
FBI Nabs Art Forgery Ring
Federal agents shut down massive Michigan operation that allegedly forged noted American artists and crafted counterfeit sports and Hollywood memorabilia. Self-described artist who orchestrated conspiracy fooled experts for years.
I Heart Milton Glaser
Renowned New York graphic designer Milton Glaser embraced the world around him and left us with a message of love -- and Dylan's psychedelic hair. An artist remembered.
Get set for antique picking at vintage market
Spring is here and the May Gold Rush vintage market at the Olmsted County Fairgrounds (also known as Graham Park) in Rochester, Minnesota, is setting the stage for spring picking May 10-12, 2019.
Robert Indiana ‘B’ may fetch $90,000
One of just three acrylic on canvas paintings of the letter ‘B’ by Pop Artist Robert Indiana (American, 1928-2018), plus several lithographs signed by the artist, will be part of Weiss Auctions’ Jan. 23-24 sale.
Vintage Concert Poster Market is Alive and Kicking
Before digital communication a paper or cardboard poster with a simple message of a favorite band coming to town was all it took to spread the word. Today those same concert posters continue to generate excitement, especially among collectors.
Rock star's music memorabilia coming to auction
Glittery vintage platform shoes, an uncommon Chickering concert piano, concert-used instruments, all from the collection Brad Delp, former lead singer of the band Boston, is coming up for auction.
Dylan's 1963 Martin guitar brings $396,000
An acoustic Martin guitar owned and played by Bob Dylan during the 1960s and '70s sold for $396,000 during Heritage Auctions' Nov. 11 Entertainment and Music Memorabilia auction.
Hake’s: Five decades of stimulating collecting zeal
In a recent Knowing Your Business column, I connected with Ted Hake and Alex Winter, founder and president, respectively of Hake's Americana, to discuss Hake's marking 50 years in business.
Hendrix's Monterey 'Strat' may command $750K
Iconic moments and people can transform everyday items into extraordinary pieces of history. The Fender Stratocaster guitar played by Jimi Hendrix during the Monterey Pop Festival is one such item, and come June 17-18 a winning bidder will become the new owner of the legendary 'Strat'.
Zenith Tombstone radio may play to the tune of $1,500
A 1938 model of tombstone radio, made by Zenith, may be music to the ears of bidders during Cordier Auctions upcoming auction.
Antique Trader announces return of Antiques & Collectibles Trade Directory
It’s been a few years, but the Antique Trader Business Directory is back. Anyone operating an art, collectibles, antiques or related business is encouraged to get listed for free.
Patrick Swayze memorabilia taking center stage April 28-29
Hollywood garments and memorabilia associated with late actor Patrick Swayze, as well as items from his personal collection, will come before bidders April 28-29 through Julien's Auctions.
Vintage Gibson guitars headlining 275-lot sale
A 1957 Gibson LG-2 acoustic guitar with a sunburst finish, from an extensive singular-owner collection, is one of several guitars coming to auction Feb. 25 through Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers.
