For centuries before the dominance of wristwatches, pocket watches were the ultimate symbol of sophistication, status, and technological advancement. They can be traced back to the 16th century, when the development of spring-driven movements allowed for the creation of smaller, portable timepieces. The first truly portable timepiece was the Nuremberg Egg, a small, drum-shaped clock developed in...
Vintage ruby-red glassware has a timeless appeal. Available in countless shapes and sizes, these beautiful pieces can delight nearly every collector, whether they're seeking functional glassware or decorative treasures. But have you ever wondered how the glass achieves its distinctive red hue? It comes down to three primary methods.True Ruby Glass Cambridge Tally Ruby Cocktail shaker with...
The first time we meet Captain America, he’s punching Adolf Hitler in the kisser. Talk about making an entrance! Created by writer Joe Simon and artist Jack Kirby, and debuting March 1, 1941, Captain America #1 features one of the most famous comic book covers of all time.Eighty-four years later, Captain America remains one of the most...
Theresa West-Taylo and her daughter Claire Taylo stand beside the Nancy Noel painting they found at a Goodwill in Port Charlotte, Florida.Chuck Taylo Last November, art teacher Theresa West-Taylo was in Florida with her daughter and decided to stop by a Goodwill store in Port Charlotte. West-Taylo found a large, vibrant painting of pink flowers marked for...
Fenton Hobnail Opalescent Uranium Glass Pitcher sold for $74.99 on eBay in 2022. Fenton's legendary uranium glass lit up collections from the 1930s until production ended in the mid-'40s, yet its neon allure still captivates collectors.WorthPoint Most collectors are familiar with uranium glass—the unmistakable green or yellow glassware that glows an eerie neon yellow to green under...
Images of the 18th-century Chinese armorial export plate purchased at a Goodwill thrift store for $4.99. It turned out to be worth thousands of dollars.John Carcerano Chicago resident and business owner John Carcerano has been buying and selling antiques on the side for over 30 years. Last October, he had what might be the find of a...
When speaking about chamber pots, commodes, and careless mistakes, the “careless mistakes” are probably not what you might imagine. These “mistakes” are not something that needs to be cleaned up but corrected. Brooklyn Toilet set I’m writing about the latest antiques to be misidentified by online sellers and antique dealers. It seems like something hardly worth mentioning...
Kovels Antique Trader February 2025 Cover Since its earliest known mention in 1066, the wonderfully diverse and always impressive cape has ebbed in and out of fashion more than any other garment we can think of. And today, it’s coming back around again, which is why the cape comeback highlights the February issue of Kovels Antique Trader....
William Edmondson’s “Lady with a Bustle,” a carved limestone sculpture, 13 3/8 in. tall by 5 in. wide, depicts a standing woman with well-defined, shoulder-length hair wearing a dress or apron with a bustle and short train in the back, visible shoes and a necklace or banded collar. She carries a small handbag in her right hand....
The Olivetti Valentine typewriter, offered in passion red and featuring seductively modern stylings, is considered by many as the most sensual typewriter ever made. Admittedly, that recognition is as noteworthy as being the tallest Munchkin in The Wizard of Oz. Truth is, typewriters will never be known for their sex appeal. Even so, the Valentine is a...
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