For a collector, the thrill of the hunt often rivals the joy of possession. When it comes to old maps, not only do they offer visual appeal and a journey through time, but they might also hold significant monetary value. But are all old maps valuable? Let’s take a closer look at the world of […]...

The world of books holds mysteries and treasures that attract both the casual reader and the serious collector. One of the most coveted prizes in this realm is the rare first edition. When discovered, a first edition book can be worth a fortune, but identifying them requires knowledge, patience, and an observant eye. Here are […]...

Do you remember the days when collecting sports cards was nothing more than a hobby? Have you come to realize that things have changed quite a bit over the years? Don’t look now, but the sports memorabilia market has never been hotter. You don’t have to look any further than the recent sale of a […]...

There was a day and age when it seemed like almost every bar and restaurant had a jukebox. While you’ll still come across these every now and again, they’re not nearly as popular. And with that, vintage machines are increasing in price. Let’s take a look at a few recent jukebox sales: Wurlitzer jukebox, model […]...

Over the past five years, there’s been a resurgence in the number of people collecting records. Furthermore, a growing audience has come to find just how much fun it can be to listen to old records — as opposed to relying on the digital technology of today. If you have old records in storage, it […]...

Did you know that the Lego Group began manufacturing the tiny toy bricks in 1949? Or how about the fact that more than 600 billion Lego parts have been produced since the company opened its doors? If you’re interested in buying new legos, you don’t have to look any further than a local retail outlet. […]...

Are you a Star Wars fan? Do you enjoy collecting anything and everything associated with it? Do you have any figures in your collection? While anything Star Wars related has the potential to be worth some serious money, it’s often vintage figures that carry the highest price tag. If you’re wondering how high, here are […]...

Let’s face it: you’re not going to find vintage soda signs hanging in the local drug store in today’s day and age. However, if you go back in time 75 to 100 years, these were quite common. For many years, soda signs were displayed in drug stores, soda shops, grocery stores, gas stations, and more. […]...

Mass-produced stuffed toys from the modern era aren’t likely to fetch any money on the secondary market. However, if you shift your attention to vintage stuffed toys — such as those produced by Steiff — you may be surprised to find just how much value they carry. Steiff stuffed toys first entered the market in […]...

In the early days of movie posters, these were used as advertisements to catch the attention of people passing by a movie theater. But soon enough, movie posters turned into something more. They turned into coveted collectibles that fetched top dollar. Here are some of the results from a recent Sotheby’s auction: Goldfinger movie poster […...