Introduction I put alot of effort and time into this guide, please take the time to scroll to the bottom and click on "guide was helpful" or "guide was not helpful". Let me start by saying I have...
Fontanini Nativity Figures Fontannini Nativity figures have been popular collectables for decades, widely available in the United States since the late sixities. Prized for their for their incredable...
The History of Hallmark Christmas Keepsakes The practice of decorating trees with ornaments was one that was brought to the US by those arriving from Europe to settle in the States. It can be traced to...
Shelia's Collectibles Hand Signed Pieces: Buying Tips. There are claims made by some Shelia's Collectibles sellers who may not be aware they are miss-representing the item. I wanted to share with you some of...
Almost all Fenton pieces are popular items on eBay. It seems that Fenton Bells are one of the more popular shapes. As of the time this guide was written, there were 350+ auctions featuring items identified as...
VINTAGE, ANTIQUE, OR REPRODUCTION? I am both a seller and a buyer. I sell a variety of items that predominately come from auctions, friends, estate sales, etc. I buy BLACK AMERICANA MEMORABILIA and...
The supposed story behind the white coat Sir Nathaniel pigs is that a paintress at Wade produced 2 of these as samples. This story was reported on a popular collectables news program on TV in the UK. Just...
If you think you have an antique I suggest you pay $8,00 for an appraisal from whatsitworthtoyou.com it is a good investment.I had what i though was a great limoges piece and the show me that it was a fake...
We offer this interesting and helpful guide on the history of tole to help you better understand this popular decorative art form. The word tole is half of the French term Tole peinte du lac, meaning...
When shopping for collectables and such from all of the thousands of sellers , you'll occasionally find an item that your very much interested in that doesn't have a picture. You may in fact have a picture...