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Frank Lloyd Wright’s first designed home, the 1893 Winslow House near Chicago, hits the market for a cool $2 million

One person’s trash is literally another person’s treasure in an incredible find of a German Renaissance print in England.

Think you’ve found a hidden gem? Learn how to tell genuine antiques from clever replicas with these savvy tips on furniture identification.

Furniture terminology can often be confusing. Do you have a hard time telling Bombé from Ormolu? An apron from a splat? Never fear, we’ve got you covered.

When to restore, when to refinish, and when to leave well enough alone.

“Lucky Locket Kiddles. See how groovy they look, on a purse or a book…”

At first glance, you might think they’re Kewpie dolls, but Sonny Angels are one of the newest fads, turning young adults—especially females—into collectors.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream...memorabilia.

Vintage Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Circus posters are the GREATEST of the collectible Big Top treasures.

From garden gnomes to vintage fashion, the best gifts for moms have been around forever, and that’s part of their charm.

Postage was used as currency during the Civil War, leaving behind a unique spendable that walked the line between numismatics, philately, and collectible advertising tokens.

Does an unopened four-pack of Guinness Stout from 1969 have any collector value? And, almost as important, could you still drink it? We go to the source -- an Irishman -- to find out more.

We’re offering a roadmap to The Best Antiquing Destinations across the United States. You’ll discover beauty, wonder, and treasures certain to please from East to West and all parts in between.

Bruce Hermann talks about the beginning of his lifelong passion for militaria, his favorite genre, recent auction favorites, and more.

The Saunders Corporation teamed up with Corning Glass Works to develop the Silver Streak Iron, a heat-resistant, aerodynamic iron made almost entirely from Pyrex glass. Its sleek design and punchy colors made it a postwar wonder and highly collectibl

A curious reader wonders about the value of her framed swatch of a swimsuit worn by Jackie Kennedy in 1960. We dive right in to come up with the answer.

A beautifully illustrated and fascinating read, "This is Christmas, Song by Song" explores the behind-the-scenes stories of the 100 most cherished holiday songs of all time. From classic songs by Bing Crosby and Ella Fitzgerald all the way to hits by

In 1973, Hallmark entered the ornament market. Suddenly, ornaments became unique, year-dated and available for a limited time, making them an instant hit with collectors.

Bruce Hermann talks about the beginning of his lifelong passion for militaria, his favorite genre, recent auction favorites, and more.

Featuring Marilyn Monroe on the cover, the first issue of Playboy magazine appeared on newsstands in December of 1953. The cover price was 50 cents. A copy today is worth considerably more!

Featuring Marilyn Monroe on the cover, the first issue of Playboy magazine appeared on newsstands in December of 1953. The cover price was 50 cents. A copy today is worth considerably more!

A beautifully illustrated and fascinating read, "This is Christmas, Song by Song" explores the behind-the-scenes stories of the 100 most cherished holiday songs of all time. From classic songs by Bing Crosby and Ella Fitzgerald all the way to hits by

In 1973, Hallmark entered the ornament market. Suddenly, ornaments became unique, year-dated and available for a limited time, making them an instant hit with collectors.

Bruce Hermann talks about the beginning of his lifelong passion for militaria, his favorite genre, recent auction favorites, and more.