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Collecting Classic Sci-Fi First Editions 

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Three signed first editions of the original Foundation trilogy fetched $32,000 at auction in 2023. In 2023, a signed first edition fetched $8,500. An unsigned first edition sold for $150 in 2023, but a signed one sold for $495 the same year, showing the great increase in value that can be obtained with a simple signature.

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Types of Chinese Art: A Guide to Valuing & Collecting Chinese Art

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Chinese art, with varieties as expansive as its history is long, is among both the most daunting and rewarding of categories to begin collecting. These works of art make timeless and compelling additions to any collection, small or large. Sold for ¥1,500,000 JPY via Tomikai Auction (Oct 2023).

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“Digimon Are the Champions!” Collecting Digimon Cards

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Taking inspiration from the wildly successful Pokémon franchise, Bandai introduced collectible cards of their digital monster designs in 1998. Digimon Leagues have since been set up globally, providing training grounds for players who want to test their skills in the ongoing World Championships. WorthPoint—Discover.

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Great Discoveries: 1700s Glass Bottles Found at Mount Vernon

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In 2023, a privately funded Mansion Revitalization Project at Mount Vernon began. Specialists will analyze and test their contents in a controlled environment. .” The former home of George and Martha Washington hosts an average of one million guests annually. The bottles are being sent for conservation this month.

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WorthPoint Indices: Movie Posters

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click to expand) Movie Posters: Valuable Art Forms in a Digital Age Movie posters, i.e., the leaders in entertainment ephemera, are collected for various reasons, including for their art, their place in cinematic history, and as a nostalgic piece of memorabilia. The major drivers for movie posters are rarity and subject matter.

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2024–2025 Sidney S. Williston Memorial Fund Recipients

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During her fellowship at the NGA, she undertakes practical conservation treatments, alongside a revised technical study of the twelve Amedeo Modigliani (1884-1920) paintings that form part of the National Gallery’s Chester Dale Collection. He holds a BFA in painting from the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in Philadelphia.

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Unwrapping the Joy: Antiques Fairs for Christmas Shopping

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Furthermore, antique gifts have already stood the test of time and are often of higher quality, making them both environmentally responsible and meaningful presents. Whether you’re searching for a vintage brooch, an antique piece of furniture, or an unusual collectible, these fairs offer a treasure trove of unique finds.