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 […]...

With the recent release of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, Star Wars fever is in full effect. People from one side of the world to the next are visiting their local movie theater with excitement. Like many, your fun with the Star Wars movie franchise doesn’t come to an end when you turn off […]...

When it comes to collectible items, many people consider concert posters the cream of the crop. Even if you weren’t at the original show, there’s nothing like finding a poster to bring back the good memories. As a concert poster collector, it’s critical to understand the factors that impact its value. Think about the following: […]...

For many years, Kachina dolls have been growing in popularity. And now, depending on the origins, age and condition, it’s not out of the question to find one of these dolls that’s worth four figures (or more). These dolls are small, brightly painted wooden figures that resemble masked impersonators. While many dolls are made for […]...