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Buttons have been appreciated and collected for centuries. Collecting them is an inexpensive hobby compared with most, and they don't occupy a lot of space. According to the National Button...

Paperweights have been recognized as an art form from as early as 1925 and are more decorative than practical. Encased in a hemispheric dome of glass or crystal, one can see magnification of an...

From the occasional Star Trek collector plate purchased by a loyal TV fan to Grandma's extensive collection of scenic and Christmas china, there's big money in the collectible plate market and a...

When it comes to collecting, there are numerous things in which a would-be collector might choose to take an interest. A popular collector's item is currency. While this usually comes in the form...

If you have old magazines that you have been holding onto for years, there is a possibility that you can make a small profit from them. Some of the factors that cause a magazine to become valuable...

Cookie jars can add a bit of whimsy to any kitchen, making them an item that remains in demand in homes across the United States. If your customers want it, there's a cookie jar out there to meet...

In a world of air conditioning, few among us need to protect our papers from the wind. Yet not so long ago, hot summer days meant open windows--and a good gust can easily upset loose papers....

Preparing to sell a collectible or antique item requires research. Digging into the history of the buttons and where they originated could bring a higher price or uncover an unknown selling point....

Book hounds know that being able to identify a true first edition book is very important. If you like collecting books, or have an old book and want to know if it's valuable, knowing how to...

Finding affordable signed vintage jewelry requires some diligence and hard work. It isn't that it isn't available many places, but you need to know what you're looking for and realize that many...

To care for ephemera collectibles, keep paper away from water and avoid tearing the material. Discover how to care for ephemera collectibles with expert tips from an antique store owner in this...

Fortune magazine is a famous ephemera collectible because it contains celebrities, advertisements and news stories. Discover more about collecting Fortune magazine ephemera with expert tips from...

Disneyland is a famous American resort that produced quite a few ephemera collectibles, such as maps and postcards. Learn more about collecting Disneyland ephemera with expert tips from an antique...

Movie posters are excellent ephemera collectibles because of their historical significance and people's personal interest. Learn more about collecting movie poster ephemera with expert tips from...

Home improvement ephemera from the 1950s is one of the most popular collectibles because of the change in women's roles. Discover more about collecting home improvement ephemera with expert tips...

Since the circus has a long history, many people have collected Circus brochures and pamphlets as ephemera. Find out more about circus ephemera with expert tips from an antique store owner in this...

Old newspapers that mark historical events are considered ephemera newspaper collectibles. Find out more about ephemera newspaper collectibles with expert tips from an antique store owner in this...

Because People magazine is still produced, People is not the best piece of ephemera to collect. Learn more about collecting People magazines as ephemera collectibles with expert tips from an...

Old product brochures are a great piece of ephemera that many collectors frame. Find out more about collecting ephemera brochures with expert tips from an antique store owner in this free video...

Tickets from events are popular ephemera collectibles because many individuals want to remember special times in their lives. Learn about collecting ticket ephemera with expert tips from an...

Old photographs are always a great collectible because they allow the future to look at past generations; however, they may not be worth much. Find out more about collecting old photos with expert...

Ephemera automobile collectibles range from bills of sale to brochures and handbooks. Learn more about ephemera automobile collectibles with expert tips from an antique store owner in this free...

Since the Boy and Girl Scout organization has existed for a long time, there are quite a few ephemera collectibles still in existence. Find out about Boy and Girl Scout collectibles with expert...

Ephemera map collectibles come in a variety of styles, which can include anything from gas station maps to labor maps. Learn more about ephemera map collectibles with expert tips from an antique...

There are many ephemera cowboy collectibles that relate to old western movies, such as movie stills and trading cards. Learn about ephemera cowboy collectibles with expert tips from an antique...

Old magazines that feature movie stars or singers are considered ephemera magazine collectibles. Discover more about ephemera magazine collectibles with expert tips from an antique store owner in...

Ephemera is a paper collectible that was never intended to be preserved, and it can come in the form of greeting cards, newspapers or ticket stubs. Find out more about ephemera collectibles with...

There's nothing like taking a trip into the past to make us all appreciative of what we have today. Few of us realize how lucky we are to have modern technology. This is especially true when we...

While most people are familiar with the collectable Department 56 Snowbabies, it is not commonly known that these precious ornaments are styled after an antique German-made craze that began over...

Antique swords hold a fascination for collectors that is difficult to convey to non-enthusiasts. As windows into the past, swords have appeal on numerous levels. Their construction gives evidence...

As smoking is becoming less popular, ashtrays are becoming harder to find. Those that do exist are ugly, hidden and more a mark of shame than anything else. That was not always the case. Ashtrays...

Antique Bibles can be worth large sums of money. As the Bible is a historical book, some antique Bibles are hundreds of years old. In order to be considered an antique, your Bible must at least...

Buying antique jewelry can be exciting and rewarding because you are on the hunt for something interesting and possibly unique. This is especially true if you've never done it before. Antique...

Are you amazed by the intricate detail of hand embroidery or quilts? Are you drawn to beautiful colored Depression-era glassware, quirky vintage salt and pepper shakers, delicate tea pots, or...

How can you determine if the signatures on a collectible stock certificate are authentic autographs? First, there’s good news. Scripophily (the collecting of antique stock certificates and...

Fountain pens have been called jewelry for business men. Fountain pen collecting is a very popular hobby among those of us who enjoy antiquated technology and who enjoy a touch of refinement and...

Antique toys of all types can be very valuable. But how can you know what toys are gems and which are junk? Follow these steps to find out.

When you hold an antique book, you can’t help but wonder who has previously owned it. You wonder who read it, whose life the story changed and why the person gave away the book in the first...

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