Collections

To this day, you can walk into stores across the country and find a selection of PEZ dispensers. While these dispensers will only set you back a few dollars, you never know if they’ll be worth much more than that in the future. Get this: there is a large group of PEZ dispenser collectors who […]

When Star Trek: The Original Series made its way to air on September 8, 1966, there was no way of knowing just how popular it would become. Think about it this way: even after 50+ years, the Star Trek franchise is still going strong. With this in mind, it’s natural for Star Trek collectibles to […]

With each passing year, the advertising industry changes. However, that doesn’t mean we should leave the past in the past. Antique advertising has been a big hit with collectors for many years, with this especially true as of late. Morford’s Antique Advertising Auctions recently sold more than 100 lots of antique and vintage items displaying […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]