Frankoma Pottery to Reopen!
Wednesday June 29, 2005
Although the deal hasn't closed yet (June 1), the good news is that Det Merryman, of the Merrymac Collection, is purchasing the company. Merryman is quoted in The Journal ... Read More
Top Advertising Icons for Collectors
Tuesday June 28, 2005
Number four is now online -- two clues: she has been around since 1889 and is still popular today, although she has gone numerous changes reflecting our changing culture. Who ... Read More
Fleer to Sell Assets
Monday June 27, 2005
Beckett reports that Fleer will not be filing bankruptcy and will instead liquidate their remaining assets. Read more on the Beckett Media web site.
eBay Live
Friday June 24, 2005
eBay Live 2006 location was announced -- Las Vegas! Now that's a location I love for conventions and shows. Too bad it's a whole year away.
The USPS announced a $7.70 ... Read More
Snow White from Lenox
Friday June 24, 2005
Lenox --you know that the quality will be wonderful and the design delightful. And Lenox doesn't disappoint with these charming Snow White pieces. At first I was just going to ... Read More
Little Red Riding Hood Collectibles
Wednesday June 22, 2005
There are numerous Little Red Riding Hood cookie jars made, ranging in price from under $50. for a Jonal jar to well over $1000. for a Metlox jar. Add gold ... Read More
Happy Birthday eBay!
Tuesday June 21, 2005
This week eBay will celebrate ten years online with a special celebration at eBay Live 2005. It promises to be a busy, fun time for eBay enthusiasts (maybe the word ... Read More
Oregon State Quarters Now Available
Friday June 17, 2005
From the U.S. Mint: "The United States Mint will accept and fulfill orders beginning Monday, June 6, 2005. Oregon state quarters bags and rolls will be available for approximately 10 ... Read More
Batman #1 Comic
Thursday June 16, 2005
Sold for over $65,000 on eBay. According to the seller:
"One of the most coveted comics of the Golden Age, this Batman #1 is the nicest known copy in existence".
Sold Date: ... Read More
Pop Nation: America's Coolest Stuff
Wednesday June 15, 2005
A new series will be debuting on the Discovery Channel and they're filming it now. "Pop Nation celebrates America's love affair with pop culture. In the course of eight ... Read More
Topps' Fan Favorites
Wednesday June 15, 2005
From Mike: "Topps should just rename their Fan Favorites brand Cards that Never Were. That would best describe this masterpiece of a product that has captured the hearts and minds ... Read More
Hagen-Renaker Practical Pig
Tuesday June 14, 2005
I'm not sure if I've ever actually seen one of these jars for sale before, it's a rare jar and I don't use that term lightly! It's up for auction ... Read More
Auction Drop-Off Stores
Friday June 10, 2005
Have you thought about consigning your goodies to a drop-off store? Do you even know what one is? In the first of a two-part article on Ecommerce Guide, ... Read More
Heart of Europe Tour
Thursday June 9, 2005
I recently received an email about the Heart of Europe Tour for antique dealers and collectors. The tour goes to the middle European countries, includes flea markets, shops and shows. ... Read More
Top Advertising Icons for Collectors!
Wednesday June 8, 2005
This week is number six on my list of favorite advertising icons for collectors. So far I've picked the Keebler Elf, Tony the Tiger, Quaker Oats, and Ronald McDonald. Who ... Read More
Donruss 2005 Absolute Memorabilia
Tuesday June 7, 2005
Absolutely memorable.
Those two words sum up Mike's opinion of Donruss/Playoff’s latest release – 2005 Playoff Absolute Memorabilia baseball.
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Yahoo Auctions Are Free!
Tuesday June 7, 2005
From Yahoo Auctions: "Yahoo! Auctions has changed its pricing to create a model that is free for all consumers listing items on our Auctions platform. We have eliminated all fees ... Read More
Weekend Quick Tip -- Spell it Wrong!
Sunday June 5, 2005
Sometimes it's better not to be the perfect speller, especially when you are looking for an elusive item.
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Enesco and Precious Moments Part Ways
Sunday June 5, 2005
Starting next month, and to be completed by December 31, Enesco will give back all control to the family-owned Precious Moments -- including product development and sales. Read More
Star Wars Jars from Cards, Inc.
Thursday June 2, 2005
An exciting new set of licensed cookie jars of Star Wars figures is being released in the U.K. Jars are from Cards, Inc. Retail outlet -- The Collector Zone.
The ... Read More
Strawberry Shortcake and her Friends are Back!
Wednesday June 1, 2005
The much-loved doll from the eighties, Strawberry Shortcake, has made a big comeback for the kids of today with new releases and products. But this exciting new edition is for ... Read More