It’s all in the Marks: Fake Limoges, ‘In the Style Of’ and a Stradivarius Question (1/14/13)
To collectors, well-seasoned or novice, the subject of determining a maker or origin of a piece can be very confusing … More >>

It’s all in the Marks: Kalk’s Crossed-Arrows, ‘Erich Stauffer’ Used in Knockoffs (1/3/13)
To collectors, well-seasoned or novice, the subject of determining a maker or origin of a piece can be very confusing … More >>

A Three-Minute Gift of Christmas Magic (12/17/12)
A little piece of fiction writing from Worthologist Mike Wilcox. I stomped the dirty slush off my boots as I push … More >>

Unloved Antiques: Hump-Backed Trunks (11/20/12)
The next subject of this series of Unloved Antiques is something that I’ve seen come up at nearly every country … More >>

Ask A Worthologist Question: ‘In the Style of Sevres’ Porcelain Urn (11/13/12)
Farah S. has just caught the antique bug and is enamored with Continental porcelain. She was especially excited to find … More >>

It’s all in the Marks: Smudged or Sloppy Marks Offer Hints toward Fakes (11/5/12)
To collectors, well-seasoned or novice, the subject of determining a maker or origin of a piece can be very confusing … More >>

It’s all in the Marks: Frequently Asked Questions about Makers’ Marks (10/9/12)
As an appraiser who participates in a number of antique roadshow-type events and lectures regarding antiques and collectibles, I receive … More >>

Unloved Antiques: Mid-20th Century Newspapers Covering ‘Historic’ Events (10/3/12)
This next item in this series of Unloved Antiques is something that many people have squirreled away: Mid-20th-century historic newspapers. … More >>

Ask A Worthologist Question: Parzinger Wall Sconce (9/26/12)
David H, “picks” part-time for a half-dozen dealers and enjoys going to auctions, flea markets or even grabbing the occasion leftovers … More >>

It’s all in the Marks: Understanding Mettlach Date Marks (9/10/12)
Collectors of pottery and porcelain really have it easier than collectors of other antiques, such as furniture, glassware or lamps, … More >>