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Woodburning Away The Winter Months

by C.S.Alexis

Deep in the winter months of cold and depression, from being shut in too much, I find my way to a collection of driftwood and old boards I keep on hand for times like these. The pile itself often triggers the... published 8 months ago

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Collecting Men's Vintage Watches

by firefly07

Once upon a time vintage watches were solely for collectors, but nowadays they are fast becoming the essential 'must haves'. Men's magazines when portraying the 'smart' look tend to feature expensive modern... published 5 months ago

0 comments    watches vintage rolex

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The history of coins-2 cent thru the nickel

by Froggy213

Do to the great response I have received from The history of pennies,I have decided to keep installments coming. All the coins I am listing are from the United States.There are many collectable,"foreign"... published 9 months ago

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Vantelligen Hugger Salt& Pepper set from  my own collection. Pristine condition. Image:(c)2008 Marye AUdet84

Collecting Black Americana

by Marye Audet

Black Americana is a term used to refer to any collectible that has an African- American theme. Most of these items were produced between the late 1800s and the 1950's, and most are not particularly complimentary towards African Americans...Do not let the offensive nature of these items keep you from collecting. These things need to be remembered. published 9 months ago

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(c)MaryeAudet2008 MoonStone Sugar and Creamer, circa 1941-1946.70

Anchor Hocking Moonstone Pattern Glass

by Marye Audet

Anchor Hocking Moonstone pattern Depression glass is a very popular collectible. The prices are generally affordable, and it is common enough that it can be found in thrift stores, garage sales, as well as in many antique shops. published 6 months ago

7 comments    home hobby antiques

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Silver Eagle Coins and the coming Silver Shortage

by Sprinkler Man

Silver Eagles - Start Collecting TodayI started collecting silver eagles when they first came out. The price of silver is rising daily and if you are not collecting now, you will wish you had been. Only 4% of... published 4 weeks ago

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The Art of the Yixing Teapot

by Marye Audet

The history of the Yixing teapot is fascinating. During the Sung Dynasty (960-1279) the unique purple clay was discovered, and mined, around Lake Taihu. The beautiful tones of the fired pots became more distinctive with age and increased in popularity for the next four hundred years! published 8 months ago

3 comments    shopping history china

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How to Identify a First Edition of Carrie, by Stephen King

by Meg Jernigan

Stephen King published his very scary first novel, Carrie, in 1974. The novel was followed by the film version, starring Sissy Spacek, John Travolta, Piper Laurie and Amy Irving in 1976. Anyone who has read... published 3 months ago

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Collecting PEZ Dispensers

by relache

PEZ candy dispensers have been part of pop culture since the 1950s. These colorful character figures are collected by kids and adults alike. Find new, rare, vintage and European PEZ dispeners for sale. published 2 years ago

7 comments    buy toys hobbies

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History of coins-Silver dollars

by Froggy213

I love Silver dollars.They are so fun to collect.I will go through the history of Silver dollars with pictures.If you haven't seen the other hubs in this series,the links are below. Half-cents and cents Two... published 9 months ago

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