S.O.S. (Surplus Old Stuff) with Amy Moyer: My Kids’ Old Toys
If you have kids, you likely also have some of their old toys tucked away in an attic or closet. Some of these toys are […]
J.O.J. Frost: A Nearly Forgotten Folk Artist
Town residents may have laughed at this folk artist while he was alive, but the works of J.O.J. Frost are now worth thousands of dollars.
Top Dog: America’s Renewed Love Affair with Pink Poodles
I blame my grandparents. As a child, I grew up alongside their silver-haired miniature poodle named Daisy. I was obsessed with her. She was funny, […]
Hamilton’s Mid-Century Masterpiece Watches
Like so many other collectors, I’ve had to resist the urge to go in many different directions over the years. There’s just so much cool […]
What’s the Value of This Antique Family Bible?
We love thrifting with WorthPoint® board member and antiques expert Kathleen Guzman. Whether we’re digging through bins of donated clothing or jumping into a box […]
A Peek Inside Stanhopes in Jewelry
During my many decades of collecting jewelry, I have come across only a few Stanhopes. Finding one of these little viewers in an accessory feels […]
Great Discoveries: Hobbyist Unearths “Gold Find of the Century”
Metal-detecting encourages people to get outdoors, enjoy some fresh air, and, of course, hunt for treasure. For Norwegian man Erlend Bore, metal-detecting allowed him to […]
Six Cool Lots Coming to Auction in September
Fall is approaching, but many auction houses are doing anything but winding down. Check out these interesting lots featured in upcoming September auctions by some […]
Mold, Mildew, & More: Health Tips for Pickers and Collectors
When most collectors become “junk drunk” uncovering barn finds, rooting through attics, or excavating basements, the last thing on their minds is health hazards floating […]
Autographs of the Final Frontier: Collecting Signed Star Trek Cards
It’s no secret that famous autographs often net collectors large profits. But in the world of collecting, there is perhaps no other television franchise with […]