Mid-century lamp fixtures are one of the best “useful collectibles” you can own because the right piece works as functional lighting and a design asset. But if you want collector-grade value (not just cool décor), you need to evaluate them like artifacts, not accessories. Start With The Era And The Category “Mid-century” typically means ...

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Cast iron banks are one of the most approachable “serious” antique categories you can collect because they sit at the intersection of folk art, early advertising, and mechanical ingenuity. You’re not just buying a coin bank, you’re buying a piece of industrial-era design history. When you’re evaluating one, first identify what type you’...