Many people that have a love for timepieces collect watches and clocks. While some limit their collections to either clocks or watches, there are many duel collectors that find them both equally fascinating. Whether you enjoy the elegant sleek ... more »
Whiting & Davis purses are a line of handbags that can be collected by those interested in owning rare and beautiful antique purses. Although you can buy modern Whiting & Davis purses in stores, the vintage versions are the ones coveted by most ... more »
Upper Deck, the company famous for producing sports trading cards, created the World of Warcraft (WoW) Trading Game in 2005. WoW is based on the world's largest massive multi-player online role-playing game (MMORPG), which boasts over eight ... more »
Surfing, Skateboard Big Air and BMX freestyle are just a few of the extreme sporting competitions held during the thrilling summer X-Games. If you're a diehard fan of the sports, bring the excitement home by collecting memorabilia that ... more »
You have enough T-shirts. Plenty of coffee mugs. The kids wants something from all of those gift shops. What is the best trinket to buy on your travels? A commemorative patch that shows where you've been. Better yet, start a patch collection on a ... more »
Creating a photo insect collection can preserve specimen images indefinitely, providing the collector with a handy and portable insect-study resource. Photo insect collections can be maintained instead of or in addition to traditional ... more »
Decorating with alphabet flash cards is a fresh, fun way to make a visual statement in a room. The cards look wonderful displayed in a baby’s nursery, a child’s play room, a library or even your living room--especially if you’re a writer or avid ... more »
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 bonds) does not generally have the rampant forgery or ... more »
Before you dig for antique bottles, you have know where to look. You don't need a treasure map. Get your tools and start with the likeliest places... more »
Whether it's a bunch of old love letters, a Barbie doll collection, or a treasured stack of albums, we've all got at least one memento in our closets, basements or attics. From time to time, you may pull out your special collection to reminisce; ... more »
Baseball pennants are a worthwhile hobby. Since they can change every year, they become collection items that can be valuable in later years. People pay large amounts of money for vintage baseball pennants so your collection can become priceless. ... more »
You've spent a lot of time building up your vintage sign collection. Now you need to share it with others. Don't hide it away in a closet or spare room if you want everyone to enjoy it as much as you do. Here are various ways to display your ... more »
antique or old bottles can be a great hobby to collect. However those collections can easily get out of hand and pretty soon you need to organize it. You may also want to make your collection look more peroid than it does now... more »
Join the popular hobby that uses tiny beads and bows along with silks and satins to dress a miniature doll with historic accuracy or in a contemporary outfit. Make clothes yourself or buy the outfits—there are many creative outlets either way. ... more »
Do you want to enjoy the nostalgia and the economy of burning Grandma's ole Kerosene lamps and heaters? But you are having problems and you would like answers to your Questions?.. more »
Space garbage is one way of thinking of them. Rocks that travel through time and space is another. Meteorites are a constant but elusive phenomena well worth collecting. Finding a meteorite gives you the opportunity to touch planets millions of ... more »
Once upon a time, it was not uncommon to see a wooden Indian in the doorway of many cigar shops. The custom waned over time, and it seems now that cigar store Indians are a thing of the past. That isn't to say it is impossible to find one. There ... more »
Since many African cultures include some tradition of sculpting artisans, maost African figurines are still made across the continent. They are rarely sold by international retail chains, so collectors must explore other venues to find authentic ... more »
Online shoppers know there are thousands of websites that sell ceramic figurines. The collectibles are very popular and come in every conceivable form, from animals to dolls and decorations. Finding the fragile figurines in shops and at art shows ... more »
So you're looking for small-scale models of classic cars? You're definitely not alone. Whether it's vintage toys, newer models, assembled models, or decorative figurines, there are tons of people out there looking along with you. Modern ... more »
Many people collect figurines that could be called "Confucian." There are many diverse motivations for seeking out these oriental icons, from whimsical interest to religious devotion. There are also many venues for the sale of Confucian-style ... more »
If you're a fan of dragons, you can decorate your bedroom, home office or even your garden with dragon figurines, posters and statues. Here are some places where you can find dragon collectibles... more »
For you the collector, an "eccentric figurine" can mean anything, old or new, glass or ceramic or wooden, in any style or design. You're looking for something out of the ordinary, something that evokes a gut reaction, a laugh or a groan. ... more »
Thrift stores are a treasure chest for those willing to put the time and effort into the hunt. The beauty and frustration of looking for a specific item at thrift stores is you never know what you are going to find. With the right attitude and ... more »
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