Collecting 101
An informative collection of articles and columns curated to enhance your collecting experience. Learn how to effectively run an antiques business from Wayne Jordan, discover proper care and preservation of your antiques, take a master class in antique appraising from the experts at the Asheford Institute of Antiques, and much more. Class is now in session.
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Faces give clues to cameos' age, materials
Cameos are often carved from shell, hardstone, and even glass. Learn the history of cameo jewelry, and what makes some cameos more desirable than others.
10 Fabergé Eggs We'd Love to Find in Our Easter Basket
Easter Eggs Made By Legendary Russian Jeweler Fabergé Are World-Renowned Masterpieces.
Fine Glass Paperweight Guide
Discover the history and value of these small, enchanting collectibles, with their colorful and complex designs that have charmed glass lovers for centuries.
The Complicated History of Mr. Potato Head
He was the first toy advertised on TV and has had a surprisingly impressive film career for a vegetable. But now he's the focus of how a toy potato identifies itself. For Mr. Potato Head, it's complicated.
Identifying Antique Furniture Styles
Learn about the sometimes subtle differences in various styles of furniture, and some history about them too!
The Phenomenal Peacock Dress
Indian embroiderers and House of Worth combined forces to create the magnificent gown Lady Mary Curzon wore in 1903.
Chanel Costume Jewelry Basics
Coco Chanel introduced costume jewelry to her famous collections, turning something considered cheap and tacky into a symbol of modern style. Here's what you should know.
Tough Times Need Tougher Names
We are doomed. Today's little girl names are way too cute. Chloe? Luna? Riley? Yikes! To ward off chaos and societal collapse, we need a return to the strong, iron-fisted Mom names of yesteryear.
Snowball Fight From 1896 is Joyful Mayhem
Watching old-timey French people playfully pelting each other with snow is pure joie de vivre.
Solving Provenance Mystery
The history of a piece is critical in understanding its personal story and value. Here's how you can be the detective of your own collection.
Dogged by New Year's Guilt
Long hounded by the idea to learn to play guitar, I've learned from our family dog that when it comes to over-ambitious New Year's resolutions, it's always best to sleep on it. Fur sure.
Elvis Presley Still a Style Icon
Although Elvis Presley has been gone for over 40 years, his fashion influence still lives on.
Fashion Friday’s Top 10 for 2020
From a 17th century costume to a Jacqueline Kennedy gown, these are the favorite fashions from 2020.
The Dazzling Costumes of White Christmas
Edith Head's dazzling costume designs White Christmas are as memorable as the iconic title song.
Santa's Lap Crisis
Social distancing from Santa Claus – now stashed safely behind Plexiglas, isolated in giant snow globes or available only for online visits – leaves a holiday tradition on standby.
Online auction by Thomas Hirchak Company
Fabulous Antique and Vintage Estate Silver, including Gorham-Whiting, Reed and Barton, Tiffany, and more, at . Lots close Thursday, April 1 @ 10AM EST.
