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Do you have items around your home that you wish to sell? Are you wondering if there are any buyers in the market right now? Over time, tastes and styles change. Along with this, the hot items of today are likely to cool off some enough. Conversely, those that were once overlooked often move to […]

Who would have thought that those little buttons you collected when you were young would be worth so much money today? Rare vintage buttons are making a comeback in a big way, with more collectors than ever before scouring far and wide to add to their collection. Some buttons—such as the 1920 Cox-Roosevelt political button—date […]

Did you know that Popeye—the famous movie and cartoon star—was created more than 90 years ago? While it may have been a while since you last thought about Popeye, one thing is for sure: many collectibles and toys associated with this character remain valuable. Let’s take a look at a few Popeye items from the […]

Many children enjoy playing with marbles at a young age. And to be honest, many adults find the same level of enjoyment in these little spherical balls. But did you know that marbles have a long and storied history? Get this: some of the earliest known instances of marbles date all the way back to […]

Are you hosting Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner at your home? Are you inviting friends and/or family over during the holiday season? Are you spending it alone with your immediate family? Regardless of your plans during the holiday season, you want to make it one you’ll never forget. And for many people, that means going all […]

Some toys from the past are valuable, while others are worth virtually nothing. Furthermore, what’s hot and what’s not changes every now and again. As we move toward 2021, here is a short list of some of the most collectible (and valuable) toys: •    Antique doll houses: We’re not talking about those plastic ones that […]

With the next presidential election only a couple of weeks away, there’s no better time than now to take a closer look at some of the most valuable American presidential memorabilia. It doesn’t matter if you have a large collection or are just getting started, these pieces are sure to put a smile on your […]

Are you in the market for a coffee table, dining table, or end table? If so, you won’t have any problem finding hundreds of designs to choose from. Rather than shop online or at a local furniture store, take a strong look at modern tables designed by 20th century furniture designers such as: •    Gae […]

Did you grow up in the 90s? Were you raising your children during this decade? If you answered yes to either question, you’re well aware of the many toys and other kid-related items that made their way to market. While the majority of these items are worthless today, some hold a lot of value. And […]

When you go back in history, you won’t have any problem naming some of the best artists of all time. This includes names such as: •    Leonardo da Vinci •    Pablo Picasso •    Vincent Van Gogh •    Michelangelo •    Rembrandt As an art collector, there’s nothing better than the thought of adding a piece from […]