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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 […]

With the holiday season coming at you fast, there’s no better time than now to declutter your home. Not only do you want your home to look its best for your guests, but you need to clear out space for all those gifts! There’s no right or wrong way to declutter your home before the […]

It goes without saying that you weren’t around when neon signs made their debut more than 110 years ago at the Paris Motor Show. Over the years, these signs have become increasingly popular, and in today’s day and age many people collect them. Get this: some neon signs are extremely valuable, such as a Pacific […]

Majolica is a special type of pottery with an opaque tin enamel glaze that conceals the color of the body. Although majolica pottery has been around since the 14th century, most collectors are interested in pieces produced in the 19th century, both in the United States and Europe. For example, the George Jones Factory – […]

The Amish are known for many things, from their farming prowess to their ability to hand craft wood furniture. But that’s not all: Amish quilts are among the most desirable, as the attention to detail and unique patterns are sure to catch your eye. The Golden Age of quilting spanned from the early 1870s to […]