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Magic: The Gathering Beta Black Lotus card, graded CGC 9 Mint, a Holy Grail item for MTG collectors and idolized for its fast mana acceleration during play, is expected to be a top lot; estimate: $40,000-$60,000.
Auctions

Magic: The Gathering Cards an 'Extravaganza' for Collectors

A Holy Grail Beta Black Lotus card leads the top five MTG lots, which have a combined high estimate of $135,000, at Bruneau's auction on February 26. The sale also features comic books sure to attract collectors.

By Antique Trader StaffFeb 22, 2022
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Articles

Aluminum Trees Are Yuletide Cool

Aluminum Christmas trees, an icon of Space-Age kitsch, are popular with collectors and enthusiasts of mid-century modern design.

By Kris MantyDec 14, 2021
This Dachshund/Lucky Pup balloon floated down Broadway in 1950.
News

Macy’s Parade a Thanksgiving Tradition

Which balloon character has appeared in the most Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parades? Find out in this historical salute to one of the most beloved parades in the U.S.

By Kris MantyNov 22, 2021
A true holy grail among video games: The Legend of Zelda - Wata 9.0 A Sealed [No Rev-A, Round SOQ, Early Production], NES Nintendo 1987 USA. Of all of the games Heritage says it has offered in its auctions, this sealed, early production copy of the first game in the groundbreaking Legend of Zelda series is no doubt the apotheosis of rarity, cultural significance, and collection centerpieces - a proverbial trifecta of collector perfection.
Auctions

'Legend of Zelda' Sells For $870,000

The Nintendo video game is a rare variant from 1987.

By Antique Trader StaffJul 13, 2021
A true holy grail among video games: The Legend of Zelda - Wata 9.0 A Sealed [No Rev-A, Round SOQ, Early Production], NES Nintendo 1987 USA. Of all of the games Heritage says it has offered in its auctions, this sealed, early production copy of the first game in the groundbreaking Legend of Zelda series is no doubt the apotheosis of rarity, cultural significance, and collection centerpieces - a proverbial trifecta of collector perfection.
Auctions

Heritage Offers Earliest Copy of 'Legend of Zelda' Video Game

Nintendo game is first sealed copy from an early production run to likely ever reach market and has already blown past $100,000 in live proxy bidding.

By Antique Trader StaffJul 6, 2021
A 1973 Topps Wacky Packages Series 3 “Hungry Jerk” with tan back; sold on eBay for $4.99.
Pop Culture

Vintage Wacky Packages Nostalgic Collectibles for Adults

The collectible trading cards that parody consumer brands were once more popular than baseball cards.

By Kris MantyApr 21, 2021
A radiant Marilyn Monroe in 1954.
Features

Marilyn Monroe's Beauty Secrets

The beauty icon had a common complaint many people face.

By Kris MantyFeb 17, 2021
Popular YouTuber and Pokémon collector Logan Paul.
Auctions

Rare Pokémon Card Sets on Auction Block

Goldin Auctions teams with YouTuber Logan Paul to offer almost 40 unopened 1st Edition packs of Pokémon trading cards from 1999.

By Antique Trader StaffFeb 9, 2021
Fan-favorite Sea Hag character from Popeye, Collegeville, 1960s, with flicker-eye attachments, mask only; $118.
Pop Culture

Vintage Halloween Costumes Scare Up Thrills ‘n’ Chills.

Ben Cooper and Collegeville costumes highly collectible.

By Kris MantyOct 14, 2020
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Toys

Remembering the California Raisins

A fruitful career for the singing, dancing, anthropomorphized California Raisins began with a 1986 TV ad.

By Antique Trader StaffSep 2, 2020
Marilyn Monroe’s costume from There’s No Business Like Show Business (20th Century Fox, 1954), worn by the star as Vicky Parker during the saucy “Heat Wave” song and dance number, was the star lot after selling for $280,000, which was hundreds of thousands more than its estimate of $60,000-$80,000. A three-piece ensemble includes the bandeau top made of black raw silk adorned with black sequins and dangly black bead-balls, with a hot pink silk scarf with black silk and sequin embellishments; a full, floor-length skirt made of beige cotton with a black floral print, decorated with over-sized black sequins, waist area made of gathered black raw silk with same adornment as top plus an attached self-belt that closes right at the belly button. All images courtesy of Julien's
Auctions

Monroe’s costumes sizzle in ‘Hollywood’ auction

By Antique Trader Antiques Auction NewsNov 25, 2019
Debuting in 1969, this rare image depicts the full cast of the first season of Sesame Street and is signed by Carroll Spinney (Big Bird). Featured are Big Bird (rookie photo), Mr. Hooper (Will Lee), Gordon (Matt Robinson), Bob (Bob McGrath), and Susan Robinson (Bob’s wife). The rest of the Muppets include Cookie Monster, Grover, Ernie & Burt, and Oscar the Grouch. These were the only Muppets featured in the first season. The iconic “Sesame Street” sign can be seen in the upper right corner. Spinney signed this historic image in mint blue sharpie and added his trademarked red dot, $34. Courtesy of Heritage Auctions
Feature Stories

‘Sesame Street’ celebrates 50 years

By Antique Trader StaffJun 4, 2020

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2-DAY AUCTION – 400+ VINTAGE SAFES & ANTIQUES

The Irving Isicoff Collection / International Museum of Safes will be sold at AUCTION on May 25th & 26th. Visit www.stamplerauctions.com to register and prebid. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity that includes safes over 200 years old along with over 300 lots of antique scales, décor and more. Don’t miss it. See y’all there.