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Collecting Antique Toys – Where To Begin
Whether dolls, tin soldiers, or train sets, there is something undeniably charming but poignant about the toys of yesteryear. There also is something incredibly satisfying about collecting them.
Whether dolls, tin soldiers, or train sets, there is something undeniably charming but poignant about the toys of yesteryear. There also is something incredibly satisfying about collecting them.
Vintage clothing is clothing that was popular at one point or another but slowly faded into obscurity and found its way into Goodwill outlets and second hand clothing stores around the world. This is clothing that no longer has a place in modern society, but due to its unique nature, has plenty of value to the collector.
Antiques and vintage furniture pieces are always in high demand by collectors and decorators, who are trained in how to tell if a piece is truly antique, or simply a clever replica. (more…)
Movie memorabilia is a huge business, and there are plenty of wealthy fans out there willing to spend millions to get their hands on a one-of-a-kind prop. Of course, anyone would be able to pick up a B-class film prop or two with a few hundred dollars and an eBay account, but as for silver screen classics and their props, typically only the wealthiest and most passionate collectors are able to nab them. Here are some of the world’s most valuable (and expensive) movie props of all time!
While your house may be filled with second-hand furniture from days of old, it would rarely fetch a high price at auction. Antiques on the other hand actually become more valuable they older they become and the price will depend on its age, its condition, how many pieces are still in existence, the craftsmanship, and if there is any historical significance. With this in mind, let’s explore the most expensive antique furniture ever sold.
Collecting vintage cars is a hobby that not everyone is able to indulge in mostly for financial reasons. The rare, truly classic cars can often be worth millions, and are only sold in exclusive galleries around the world. But not every collector needs to spend piles of money to start their own vintage car collection.
Building a collection of any kind takes time and money, and depending exactly on what’s being collected, the expenses can quickly rise up into six or even seven figures. These are the collections that are put together by people that want the best of the best, and have the money and resources to do it without going bankrupt.
Owing to the popularity of new blockbuster movies featuring superheroes, there has been a renewed interest in the collectable issues of comic books. Join us as we countdown the world’s 10 most valuable comic books!
Antique silverware is some of the most popular amongst collectors, but unless you’re already an expert, you’ll need some top tips for purchasing antique silverware.
While rare baseball cards and signed football jerseys of the legends can often fetch thousands of dollars at auction, some of the most highly valued and fascinating collectibles ever to grace the auction houses are music memorabilia. While sports stars are most certainly revered in modern culture, music has the ability to transcend nationality, gender, and status in order to bring people from all over the world together. With this in mind, it should come as no surprise that these items are the most expensive music memorabilia ever.