National Currency: More Than 50 Types of Designs
The history of national currency in the United States is quite rich. There have been more than 50 designs put into effect on paper money in the country since it was first established in 1862. This is a considerable amount. Although the standard bill design we all know so well these days has essentially been […]
Old US Coin Estate Lot Buffalo V Liberty Nickels Indian Penny Cent Antique $
Lot of 3 Iconic Antique United States Coins! Each lot you buy will contain the following:1 – Indian Head Cent (1859 to 1909)1 – Liberty Head V Nickel (1883 to 1912)1 – Buffalo Nickel (1913 to 1937) I am selling lots of antique United States coins that date from as early as 1859 to as […]
Antique Victorian Bohemian Garnet 5 Row 3/4” Wide Cluster Bangle Bracelet
There are certain pieces that fall into a distinct collectable category, sometimes referred to as “classics.” However, the most collectable of these classics are those that include something special (such as an extra design element) that set them apart from other similar pieces. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Jewelry is carefully wrapped and shipped in boxes to ensure vintage […]
Collecting Antiques – How To Identify Early American Teddy Bears
The production of American made teddy bears was a cottage industry response to the importation of bears made in Germany in the early 1900s. Working in their homes and small workshops in and around New York City, American seamstresses worked diligently to meet the public demands for teddy bears. It was estimated there were more […]
A Plate a Spoon and a Small Metal Boot
I admire my antiques collector customers who have such a passion for collecting antique and vintage items that are in every sense of the word so ordinary. They may collect spoons or plates or shoes. You and I may think that these items are so common that collecting them is bordering on accumulating a collection […]
Finding Value: Tips to Buying Vintage and Antique Chairs at Estate Sales
If you go to estate sales often, chances are an antique or vintage chair or two has caught your eye. If you immediately start thinking about how great the chair would look in a particular area of your home, it’s likely that this furniture piece is for you. However, there are a few tips to […]
Old US Coin Estate Lot Buffalo Nickel, V Nickel and Indian Cent 3 Antique Coins!
Lot of 3 Iconic Antique United States Coins! Each lot you buy will contain the following:1 – Indian Head Cent (1859 to 1909)1 – Liberty Head V Nickel (1883 to 1912)1 – Buffalo Nickel (1913 to 1937) I am selling lots of antique United States coins that date from as early as 1859 to as […]
Eight Antiques That Are Surprisingly Valuable
Most of us have attics or basements full of old items that we’ve been meaning to donate or throw away but simply haven’t gotten around to. Over time, most of us will end up inheriting things from family members and friends that slowly begin to take up a lot of space in our homes. Come […]
A Brief History of the Larkin Soap Company Premiums
John Larkin Soaps John D. Larkin founded a soap factory in Buffalo, New York, in 1875. His factory produced two products, Sweet Home Soap, a yellow laundry soap, and Crème Oatmeal, a toilet soap. The soaps were sold through wholesalers and retailers. A New Sales Approach In 1881 Larkin started selling his soap through door-to-door […]
Antique Victorian 925 Sterling Silver Etched Design Hinged Bangle Bracelet
We are offering this Beautiful Antique Victorian 925 Sterling Silver Etched Design Hinged Bangle Bracelet. It measures 1/2″ wide and the inside diameter is 2-3/8″ and the outside diameter is 2-3/4″. The total weight is 16.2 grams. Very Beautiful! Due to our business schedule we are not always on the computer…and if you contact us […]