Disney Tough Trivia Test:
Are you a Disney nut? Try the Tough Trivia Test and see how you do on this quick quiz. It's a little tough, but can you score a passing grade?Disney Online Price Guides:
A list of price guides and auction prices realized on Disney Auctions. The list includes Disney cookie jars, movie props, store displays, pins and figurines.Official Price Guide to Disney Collectibles by Ted Hake:
Ted Hake is the king when it comes to pop culture and this book just elevates his throne a little higher. It's an incredible book that every Disney enthusiast should have on their bookshelf.Disney Cookie Jars and Snowglobes:
A gallery of Disney Snowglobes that have been offered on Disney Auctions. Cookie JarsA cookie jar always makes you smile, but when it's also a Disney character, a full grin will break out! Take a peek at these different jars that include antique, licensed from various companies, newer Disney Auction and store offerings, as well as pieces in the Lenox Collections.
Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse:
Mickey wasn't always named Mickey! Disney's first name for the little mouse we've all come to love was Mortimer. Thank goodness his wife vetoed that name for the much better one of Mickey!Robert Olszewski Miniatures:
Find out more about the man that has created these beautiful works of art in miniature. Additional links include images of several of his collections, with issue dates and prices.Disney Pins:
Fairly inexpensive, easy to store and plentiful supplies make Disney pins a great collectible. Of course not all are inexpensive, but that's what makes it fun and keeps us on our toes.The Disney Movie Poll:
What's your favorite Disney movie? Does it affect your collecting habits?Disney Stores, Auctions and More:
I'll be the first to admit it, I've gotten confused with all the different online Disney offerings, but Stephanie Ayers patiently explained it all to me. Today it's all one web site and one shopping experience, but this look back will explain how items were sold a few years ago, just in case you read about Disney Auctions and wonder what they are.Everyone Loves Disney:
How can you not smile when looking at a Disney piece of art, collectible or cartoon? The entire Disney market is a collecting dream, everything is collectible with vintage pieces becoming more valuable every year.But you don't have to spend big bucks to have a great collection. Look for the newer limited edition pieces available directly from Disney stores. Disney has also licensed different vendors over the years to produce their products such as Lenox, Department 56, Harmony Kingdom, Hummels and Precious Moments are just a few that come to mind.
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Before bidding at an online auction, check to make sure the item still isn't being produced before paying more than the original issue price. Many times identical items can be found on Disney or a company's web site for much less than a final auction price. People don't do their research!
And just as often the reverse is true, great bargains can be found. You just have to do your homework.
- It's always important to buy the very best example that you can find, but especially important when buying newer collectibles. It can't be stressed enough the importance of a collectible's condition.
- It's easy to get carried away, so refine your collection from the beginning. E.g. collect by character/movie or by products, such as pins or snow globes.
- Join an association or group that collects similar items. Having collecting friends is the best way to find out about what's new on the market or what might be coming up for sale.
- Learn how to take care of your stuff and how to store those pieces that are put away.
- Buy a book with good resources on fakes, reproductions and history. Hake's wrote a terrific book that should be on every collector's bookshelf.
- Look for different online venues to buy your products, don't just stick to eBay and Disney. Check spots like TIAS, Hake's and other online auctions.
- Enjoy your collecting and share your knowledge with friends and family. It's not fun being a solitary collector!
