I have been acquiring antiques and collectibles for a long time now. Fellow collectors call my trove of acquisitions immense. My family calls it amazing. There are, though, certain undiscerning, unappreciative types, who call it hoarding. I never associate with those types more than once. Clearly, since you are here, you are not one of those types.… (1 comment)
This is an interesting piece of Roseville. It is a wallpocket in the White Rose pattern. It is marked Roseville 1289-8 on the back. But it is unusual in its glaze and color. I wondered (and hoped) that this just might be one of those very rare, experimental pieces. It could also be a fake.…
Here is a growing list of “marks” that will assist in dating an antique or collectible. Keep in mind that Country of Origin Labeling (COOL), manufacturer’s dating procedures and/or the evolution of a company’s logo or maker’s mark (size, color, etc.) can be used as a pretty reliable foundation for dating an antique or collectible,…
The information here is ever-changing. Much of it is anecdotal based on my conversations with dealers, collectors and exhibitors.
Trends are also very regional. Many of my contacts are in the Southern California area.
Going into 2018, there is increased or continued interest in Beer and Cigar Memorabilia.…
