5 Things to Look for When Thrifting Costume Jewelry
Many newbie jewelry collectors and sellers still get their start picking up baubles here and there in thrift stores. When shops have tons of stuff […]
Great Discoveries: Man Finds Late Father’s Rare Baseball Cards
One Sacramento, California, resident may have just hit a home run with his recent antique discovery. The unnamed man found his late father’s baseball card […]
S.O.S. (Surplus Old Stuff) with Amy Moyer: Coins
Along with stamps and sports trading cards, coins are one of the most common S.O.S. (Surplus Old Stuff) “collection” categories, thanks to the enthusiasm of […]
Come Rain or Shine: Antique Parasols and Vintage Umbrellas
Humans have protected their skin from the ravages of the sun and the chill of the rain for centuries. Ancient Egyptians often depicted themselves in […]
Yipes! Stripes! A Favorite Gum Is Gone
I’m old enough to remember going to the local “corner store” to pick out a candy bar or a bag of chips as a treat. […]
Valuable Items in Your Home: Trucks, Games, and … Vacuums?
For collectors and resellers alike, almost every outing is a chance to hunt for inventory or the perfect new addition to your collection. At a […]
Who Is the Real Countess Potocka? Mystery Solved?
I first became aware of Countess Potocka decades ago when my mother purchased several R.S. Prussia porcelain pieces featuring the noble lady in a famous […]
WorthPoint Meets 2023 Goals for Technology Updates
Congratulations to the WorthPoint tech team for completing a primary goal of 2023! The team operates seamlessly across three continents and has finished a core […]
Great Discoveries: Analyst Decodes Note Hidden in 1800s Dress
About a decade ago, Sara Rivers Cofield, archaeologist and antique fashion collector, found a “textbook” silk bustle dress from the 1800s at an antique mall in […]
Industry Partner News: Hindman Announces Merger with Freeman’s
Hindman and Freeman’s are merging to create a robust combined presence as a new auction house in the fine art and antiques world.