Collecting Books

Antique marbles are classic children’s toys. They glisten in the sun and hold many colors. They are festive and pretty. Marbles can bring back the child in adults, too. They may not be as flashy as video games and computers, but they still can entertain children for hours and provide a hobby. Since most marbles are unique,... more »

Music fans young and old have begun to collect records again for a number of reasons. These fans have a nostalgia for a simpler era in music and prefer the sound of original records over reproductions on CD. No matter the reason, a fan needs to know how to start a record collection without wasting time or money. more »

If you are (or are fast-becoming) an avid collector of various action figures, you might find yourself wanting to get in contact with the makers of these cool toys. Perhaps you are one figure shy of a complete rare collection or you need to find out which retailers carry the bulk of their merchandise. Whatever the reason, it's not at... more »

Used stamps are ones that have already been stamped by the post office and can't be used again to mail letters. Sometimes, a used stamp with a post office stamp can be more valuable than brand new stamps. Collecting used stamps can also be more rewarding since more work and care is put into getting these types of stamps than would be... more »

The golden wedding anniversary is a celebration of fifty years of marriage. The gifts, therefore, should be a celebration of the couple's enduring love, as well as marking this milestone. Traditional gifts, as the name implies, are usually made of gold. There are, however, contemporary and personal gifts that will commemorate this... more »