Egg Cups Are All They’re Cracked Up to Be
During a recent stay at a small turn-of-the-century inn, I was delighted to see the morning’s breakfast table set with beautiful antique china and several […]
Burlap: An All-Around Fabric Champ
If you’re looking for a truly versatile fabric, look no further than burlap—that rough, earthy-smelling, woven material that’s as practical and eco-friendly as it is […]
2023 Toy Hall of Fame Nominees Announced
When we think of a “hall of fame,” we might think of an athlete or a musician, but there are other kinds of hall of […]
My Porcelain Passion: R.S. Prussia
Since I started writing about antiques and collectibles back in the late 1990s, no topic has been dearer to my heart than R.S. Prussia porcelain. […]
Reaching into the Bonfire: Finding the Value of Banned Books
“I was not born to be forced. I will breathe after my own fashion. Let us see who is the strongest.” – Henry David Thoreau […]
Great Discoveries: Stolen Van Gogh Found Inside IKEA Bag
Most people expect a blue IKEA shopping bag to be filled with home goods for a bedroom, living room, or kitchen. On the other hand, […]
All Shook Up: The Appeal of Vintage Salt and Pepper Shakers
In the expansive world of vintage collectibles, few are more beloved and easily accumulated than vintage salt and pepper (S&P) shakers. Even people who don’t […]
WWE and Panini America Part Ways
Panini America, one of the largest trading card companies on this side of the continent, appears to have lost another partner in its production family, […]
The Power of Pictures for Provenance
Determining the most reliable way to authenticate an antique is an extremely important question for collectors and resellers alike. How can you be certain that […]
Going Hybrid for Card Grading
Artificial intelligence is unquestionably the hottest topic of 2023. With the emergence of ChatGPT and similar online tools, the world is witnessing a new era […]