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The presidential election of 1864, with Abraham Lincoln seeking a second term in the White House, was chaotic, to say the least. The election featured a divided country, a controversy surrounding absentee ballots and claims of voter fraud. Sound Familiar?
By the time the election was held, the country had been embroiled in a tragic Civil War for more than three-and-a-half years. Contributing editor Anthony Cavo explores the election of 1864 and shares an incredible story of troubled times and the steps taken to ensure the American presidential election during the war at home. You can read all about it in the October issue of Kovels Antique Trader.
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Nearly 30 years after her tragic death, the legacy of Princess Diana’s elegance lives on. Gowns and other articles of clothing designed for and worn by Diana have sold for millions of dollars at auctions. Contributing editor Kris Manty gives the late princess’ fashion sense the royal treatment, explaining how her incredible style continues to captivate the world.
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What else is cooking in the October issue of Kovels Antique Trader? How about vintage cookbooks?!! From classic Betty Crocker cookbooks to titles by Good Housekeeping and Culinary Arts Institute, writer Sara Jordan-Heintz shares our love affair with these timeless helpful wonders of the kitchen.
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Speaking of timeless wonders, our resident costume jewelry expert Pamela Wiggins Siegel writes about Trifari, a longtime collector favorite. Trifari, after all, was one of the giants in the American costume jewelry industry. Based in Providence, R.I., Trifari sold millions of pieces of jewelry over many decades in business. Despite the obvious challenge, Pam highlights several of the “all-star” jewelry categories avidly sought by Trifari fans. And as is the norm, her writing is accompanied by spectacular images of striking jewelry.
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Among many auction highlights found throughout the October issue, our Sales Reports feature the auction of the renowned Maddy Gordon lady head vases collection; original Precious Moments artwork by artist and Precious Moments creator Sam Butcher; and political memorabilia results from a Hake’s Auctions event.
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Finally, in an editorial entitled “The Scent of a Woman,” editor Paul Kennedy salutes Avon Ladies of yesteryear. If you, too, can relate to the famous slogan, “Ding Dong, Avon Calling,” you’ll recognize his memories of an Avon Lady who for 40 years was integral to his hometown as “part of a vast army of strikingly aromatic door-to-door saleswomen who at one time blanketed the country, bringing cosmetics, bath and body items, and exotic fragrances to otherwise ordinary smelling parts of the world, like my childhood living room.”
This, and much more, awaits you in the October issue of Kovels Antique Trader.
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