Collecting Memorabilia

There are many ways to purchase Disney Pins but unless you live close to the parks, it may be difficult to be in the know when it comes to pin updates, release dates, and news. Here is how to...

Ever heard of Disney Pins and ever wonder why so many people go crazy for these small pieces of metal? Do you own a pin and want to know more about it? Well, with the thousands of different pins...

Pinback buttons are one of many items coveted by collectors. These pins remind people of days gone by. People wore these buttons to promote their favorite political candidate or their favorite...

Preserving a signed basketball is a process that requires proper placement and continued upkeep. You must always remember that ink can rub off or wear off. Sunlight and rubbing are the two primary...

Originating in Switzerland in the late 19th century, the Swiss Army Knife is a multi-function pocketknife and multi-tool that incorporates mechanisms as diverse as screwdrivers and toothpicks to...

A challenge coin is a small coin or medallion (usually military), bearing an organization's insignia or emblem and carried by the organization's members. They are given to prove membership when...

Do you trade for Disney pins or buy pins on auction sites? Ever wonder if this is an authentic Disney pin or a "scrapper" or fake pin? There are pins out there that are being sold on the...

Do you live too far away from the Disney parks but love the Disney pin phenom? Well here are a few options to trade with people from all over the world online!

"Sports Illustrated" published its first issue on Aug. 16, 1954. The cover had a picture of the Milwaukee Braves' Eddie Mathews batting and New York Giants catcher Wes Westrum behind the plate....

Whether it was worn during your child's first home run or signed by a superstar athlete, these precious mementos deserve to be displayed. Sentimental doesn't have mean impractical--and custom...

Whether you're a huge sports fan, a collector, or just a hobbyist, collecting authentic sports memorabilia can be a fun and rewarding task. Finding it can sometimes be a challenge, but it can be...

Lisa Frank has been a familiar brand for young girls and collectors alike for decades. The bright, colorful characters and cartoon animals are the face of the company that creates products for...

Many people collect autographed baseballs for their sentimental and potential monetary value. A signed baseball can go for a few dollars to millions.

DAMAGE & PREVENTION It would seem obvious that the best way not to have damaged paper dolls is to prevent them from becoming damaged in the first place. Yet the ways in which they may become...

Soon after coming to America in the mid-1800s, Adolphus Busch started Anheuser Bush with his father-in-law. Desiring to make something other than a dark ale or Bavarian lager, the light...

With its award-winning photos, intriguing stories and compelling viewpoints, "National Geographic" magazine is one of the most commonly collected periodicals. Few things can pile up more quickly...

Although the first Star Wars brand Lego Toy was introduced to the market in 1999 the popularity of these trendy toys continues to grow. Star Wars fans to lego collectors will enjoy this...

Disney fans are passionate about collectible items, including old "Disney" magazines. Collectors seek original "Disney" magazines as well as magazines filled with Walt Disney World information,...

A series of original prints produced between 1834 and 1907 have made Currier & Ives one of the most-sought after brands among collectors of Americana. Original prints in good condition are...

You can remember a concert experience and see it all the time too.

Obtaining a famous autograph can prove to be a big payday for some people, while others like to collect various memorabilia. While this can be a lucrative and fun hobby, you need to have a place...

Lapel pins are collector's items that can mark an anniversary, a significant place or a special trip. Collect pins by purchasing them in stores where souvenirs are sold, purchasing them from...

The classic game of Monopoly is the most successful board game in American history. Now available in editions around the world and online, fans will Pass Go and Collect $200 again and again. The...

Star Wars fans are known as great collectors of things from the movies they love. There is an amazing variety of Star Wars gifts available, both new and vintage. If you have a Star Wars fan you...

Dating back to 1919 with the first Dutch aviation exhibition, airline poster ads began to make an appearance. At first, the ads touted aeronautical feats and promoters' advertising exhibitions....

New to autograph collecting? Welcome! Here's the way to collect authentic autographs with confidence. By Daniel Pio, Autograph collector/seller. View my exciting, autographed celebrity portraits...

Ever wonder what that old movie poster your dad had rolled up in the attic is worth? How about the Raiders of the Lost Ark poster you had taped up in your college dorm back in the '80s? Now that...

Sports memorabilia are among the most highly coveted items by collectors. This goes well beyond sports cards, signed balls or other more conventional collectibles. Signed jerseys are in high...

After spending many years in a house, it's time to move. You can leave a time capsule for the new home owners to discover. This is a fun project for the whole family. A time capsule helps you...

We all need extra storage! This is a way to repurpose jelly jars, and baby food jars. This can be any jar that has the easy lock seal tops on them. We need storage for all of our trinkets and...

Preserving and enjoying a vintage movie poster may seem like two different things, but you can actually do both at the same time. After all, what's the point of investing in a work of art if you...

How to spot a good garage sale baiting. By good I mean one that could possibly be a work of Art. Or not! why and how to study your hobby.

Nostalgia. That's the advertising goal of the century - if that's not an understatement. But realistically, it has snagged all of us. Striking us when we least expect it, creating that beast of...

An autographed jersey is an essential part of any hockey memorabilia collection. When you've found that special jersey that you want to display, simply throwing it on a hanger on the wall is not a...

Ever thought of using an old calendar next year instead of buying a new one? You can recycle calendars into new ones, and perhaps have an interesting and nostalgic item in your home or office. ...

Baseball trading cards have been around for over 100 years. They have been collected by children, adults and anyone that has a love for the game. Cards have come in various shapes and sizes and...

High end sports memorabilia is worth a lot of money. Especially if the famous athlete happens to die. Think of how much a Babe Ruth autographed baseball or bat would be worth today? So why not...

You have many choices to make when considering a flag display case. Select everything, including size, materials and style, to best represent your memory. Include pictures or other pieces you've...

Despite the fact that I don't know Obi-Wan Kenobi from Luke Skywalker, my Star Wars obsessed husband married me anyways. Here's some tips on how to love the Star Wars fan in your life...and his room.

Disney collector plates are popular among fans of Disney collectibles. Collector plates have been produced every year since the 1930s and continue to grow in popularity and value. The value of the...

The costumes worn by the many "Star Wars" characters are part of the mystique surrounding the movies. This is especially true of the various helmets worn by different characters in the original...

Books Plates have been used since the fifteenth century. When personal libraries were the thing to have, people would have artist design special bookplates for them. These bookplates are labels...

Auctions are getting more amd more popular during these tough economic times. Whether a house is in forclosure or a couple is trying to sell off unwanted items to make the next mortagage payment,...

Cherished memories do not have to be scattered here and there. Make memory boxes for several different memorable events. Camps, ocean visits, weddings and other events are all ideas for memory...

Since Mickey Mouse's debut in the animated short "Plane Crazy," the characters of the Disney canon have enthralled audiences around the world. Disney collectibles---sometimes referred to as...

Those old original movie posters that were once used just for advertisement are now highly collectible! Guess why. For one reason, many of them are fabulous examples of great artwork. For...

Many dolls depicting Lucy Ricardo from the popular 1950s series "I Love Lucy" have been created over the years. One of the most popular doll sets for collectors is the Mattel "I Love Lucy" Barbie...

Researching and documenting the experiences of those who served our country can be enjoyable. There has never been a better time than now to research and document the history of their...

Now that the rush to snag your Michael Jackson memorabilia is over, how will you be taking care of them? If you braved the crowds to score those Michael Jackson items, you know they aren't going...