When absinthe was banned in the early 20th century, the paraphernalia associated with what was one of the most popular alcoholic beverages almost disappeared. Absinthiana such as spoons, water fountains, glasses, and posters became the domain of a dedicated few collectors, but the drink’s re-emergence in the early 2000s changed everything. (more…)
The fans of the classic TV show The Antiques Road Show will be happy to learn the US version of the show will be returning to screens in June this year. Quite a few amateur Antique collectors started their love of antiquing from this show, either the British original or the US version. (more…)
We have all heard news about books that have been sold for crazy amounts of money and you may even have one of these books on your shelf. (more…)
The price of some antiques simply boggle the mind, with amounts being commanded that are not just amazing, they are truly beyond belief. It is, of course, every antique hunters dream to come upon such an item, and add it to their own collection. But the items on this list are probably not going to pop up at a local yard sale and certainly won’t be available readily. These are some of the rarest, and most sought after items in the world, demonstrating not just jaw dropping craftsmanship, but also connected to important historical figures. (more…)
One of the most recent rare collectibles are comic books that have been known to go for millions of dollars at a time. These comics that are a better grade will get a higher asking price and the most valuable comics are those with recognisable characters especially first editions. Finding these comics in good condition is a rare find and finding one will mean finding a treasure of high value. Many collectors will dig deep to find money for these rare finds, and may well use their winnings from mobile betting sites to snap up rare editions. (more…)
Collecting antiques is a popular pastime in both the United States and Britain, and undoubtedly there are plenty out there looking to sell off normal items as antiques. It can be difficult for a new collector to distinguish between a fake and an authentic antique, and it can take years to immediately spot exactly what sets the two apart. (more…)
Hockney Painting Sells for a Record $90m There is nothing quite like attending a high stakes auction set to showcase exquisite pieces of outrageous value. You feel the tension in the air as the potential Read more…
Top Tips for Identifying Fake Sports Memorabilia Whether you collect for sentimental value or financial gain, sport memorabilia can hold tremendous value – as long as the item is legitimate of course. Rare trading cards, Read more…
Top Tips for Buying and Selling Antiques Dealing in antiques and collectables can be a lucrative business, but the good news is that you don’t have to be an actual antique dealer to get started Read more…
Antique Collectables – Creating Valuable Collections Creating a collection of something is usually done for a few different reasons. Some might find joy in the hobby, and pursue it recreationally. Others might find that it Read more…