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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

For now, it looks like the NFL season will start on time. And that’s a good thing, as we need football in the fall! As a collector of football memorabilia, there’s no better time than the month of August to turn your attention to the top NFL stars for the upcoming season. It doesn’t matter […]

Are you interested in collecting American art pottery? It doesn’t matter if you’re starting your collection or building one that you already have in place, it’s a good idea to have a sound understanding of the most valuable makers. While there are hundreds of American art pottery makers out there – some still in business […]

Go back in time 100+ years and stoneware crocks were a mainstay in kitchens all over the world. They played a big role in keeping food fresh before the introduction of refrigerators. While stoneware crocks could still be useful in today’s day and age, they’re not nearly as functional as they once were. After all, […]

If you’ve ever laid eyes on an Native American basket, you probably fell in love right then and there. From the patterns to the shapes to the attention to detail, these are truly pieces of art. Not only are these baskets beautiful and functional, but a recent rise in popularity has pushed their value sky […]

Even if you weren’t alive when the first Barbie doll reached the public in March of 1959, there’s a good chance you’re well aware of its standing as one of the most popular (and collectible) toys of all-time. To date, Mattel, Inc. has sold more than one billion Barbie dolls worldwide, making it the most […]

Do you remember those toys from your childhood that are now worth hundreds or maybe even thousands of dollars? And do you remember how your parents tossed them in the trash or gave them away, perhaps leaving them to be someone else’s treasure? As a collector, there’s nothing worse than knowing you once had something […]

During the last 19th century and early 20th century, pressed glass was extremely popular throughout the United States. As the name suggests, this was made through a process in which molten glass was pressed into a mold to create a raised decoration. Pressed glass manufacturing dates back to the 1820s in the United States, as […]