Currier & Ives Prints: Ways to Tell Originals form Reproductions (9/22/09)
From 1834 to 1907 the firm of Currier & Ives provided for the American people a window on their country’s … More >>

George Hunzinger’s 19th-Century ‘Patent Furniture’ is Easy to Identify (9/15/09)
This rocking chair is an example made by the factory of Hunzinger was born in Germany in 1835 to a family … More >>

Jump Into Collecting Books: Investing in Modern and Current First Editions (9/14/09)
If you are looking for an investment you can enjoy on a rainy day is relatively easy to get into … More >>

German-made Jasperware: Easy to Find & Underappreciated (8/25/09)
“Jasperware” was originally developed by Josiah Wedgwood during the mid 1700′s. The Wedgwood company was one of the most innovative … More >>

New Haven Clock Company a Most Prolific Operation (8/18/09)
The New Haven Clock Company was one of the most prolific of the early American New England clock companies. Some … More >>

Advertising History: The Origin of ‘Nipper,’ the RCA Victor Dog (8/18/09)
“Nipper,” the RCA Victor advertising dog, was one of the most familiar advertising icons of the early 20th century. The … More >>

The Curious Time Piece: A 19th Century Japanese Bracket Clock (6/22/09)
One of the joys of being an appraiser is the number of truly wonderful things one runs into on what starts … More >>

All in a Name: Titanic Items (Genuine and Phony) Chase Movie’s Popularity (6/16/09)
The Wisteria creamer image (above right) is courtesy of Titanic Mementos. One thing that can really raise values for antiques & … More >>

Sometimes the Difference Between a Copy and an Original Isn’t Much (6/11/09)
We are often asked about “Mission Style” furniture, people see a piece of Mission furniture by well known makers such … More >>

How Much Does the Previous Owner Impact the Value of an Antique or Collectible? (6/8/09)
With appraisal work, no one aspect affects value in the short term more for an antique or collectible than an … More >>