WorthPoint

JANUARY 29, 2025

Art deco, a beloved aesthetic for over 100 years, is experiencing a revival as one of the most significant trends for interior design in 2025. Of the more than 600 interior designers taking 1stDibs 2025 trend survey , over 80 percent said they plan to use furniture and other items from the 1920s to the 1990s in their work.

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WorthPoint

JANUARY 20, 2025

On January 16th, 2025, the WorthPoint Price Guide added over 261,800 new items, bringing the total value to more than $30 million. An Unusual Sale A pair of Pablo Escobar’s Ferrari sunglasses with a Certificate of Authenticity (COA) sold for a jaw-dropping $25,000 on eBay. We want to empower you to buy and sell with confidence.

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NYC Wholesale Diamonds Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

All Explore the stunning natural diamond jewelry from SAG Awards 2025, featuring stars like Sofia Carson and Millie Bobby Brown As usual, the SAG Awards 2025 are bringing the high-octane Hollywood glitz and glam weve all come to expect from the annual red carpet occasion, with our favorite stars covered in natural diamonds.

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WorthPoint

JANUARY 6, 2025

Matthews Auctions kicked off the post-Christmas season with their December 27th sale, and if the results are any indication, 2025 is shaping up to be a strong year for the auction world. The post Insights on Auction Sales: January 5, 2025 appeared first on WorthPoint. Its a Sign! WorthPointDiscover.

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WorthPoint

JANUARY 8, 2025

Authenticated by Mears and attributed to the 1978/79 season with the New Orleans Jazz, the jersey features Maravichs number 7 and name on the back. The jersey’s authenticity is supported by the MEARS experts, who date it based on the Sand-Knit tag with a “44” flag and a “52” inventory patch.

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WorthPoint

JANUARY 24, 2025

On January 21, 2025, we added over 251,000 items, totaling more than $15.2 Despite the uncertainty around the authenticity of that particular relic, the reliquary itself is a work of art. The post Insights on Auction Sales: January 24, 2025 appeared first on WorthPoint. million in value. WorthPointDiscover.

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Jewelry Judge

APRIL 23, 2025

The average amount US consumers are spending on bridal/engagement jewelry has increased to $5,493 in 2025, up 2% from 2023, according to new research released by The Plumb Club. “It’s about meeting customers where they are — seeking authenticity, longevity and meaning in their most treasured purchases.”

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Invaluable

MARCH 12, 2025

Ever in demand among collectors and enthusiasts of fine porcelain, Meissens playful, elaborate and colorful figurines have found favor with a new audience and appeared on numerous lists of interior design trends for 2025. The final auction of the Merkle Collection will take place at Bonhams,Paris in the spring of 2025.

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International Society of Appraisers

MARCH 16, 2025

3/16/2025 12:00:00 AM Assets 2025 Speaker Interview: Thomas R. In testifying, the expert will need to make clear that they followed industry standard ethical rules and procedures and did not reach any conclusions about ownership or authenticity. AC : Yes, that makes sense.

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WCG

JANUARY 10, 2025

Programming for the 2025 3-Ring Circus is sponsored by: WCG Annual 3-Ring Circus The S. 2024/2025 WCG season memberships are $35 for professionals, $25 for renewing emerging professionals and free to emerging professionals who are entering their first season as a WCG member. See abstracts for these presentations BELOW.

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WorthPoint

APRIL 28, 2025

Image Source: Dominic Blozinski via Green Bay Packers Gazette The 2025 NFL Draft was held in Green Bay, Wisconsin, from April 24-26. Blozinski was “about 80%” sure that the certificate was authentic, he said. 1950 Green Bay Packers stock certificate found at a Wisconsin thrift store.

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WCG

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Programming for the 2025 3-Ring Circus made possible with support from: WCG Annual 3-Ring Circus, 2025 The S. 2024/2025 WCG season memberships are $35 for professionals, $25 for renewing emerging professionals and free to emerging professionals who are entering their first season as a WCG member.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 17, 2025

On March 14, 2025, WorthPoint added 237,050 new items to its Price Guide database, bringing the total value to over $414 millionan average lot value of about $61.38 While not perfect, the card was authentic, well-centered, and showed great color, making it a solid find for any collector.

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WorthPoint

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

On February 18, 2025, WorthPoint added 278,372 new items to our database, totaling a whopping $17,493,711so thats an average of $62.84 Two forensic handwriting experts authenticated the signature with Certificates of Authenticity, though oddly enough, their names and the images werent included in the sale.

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WorthPoint

MAY 27, 2025

On May 13, 2025, WorthPoint added 246,251 items to its Price Guide, totaling $17,283,232.70an average of $70.18 This authentic, no-ring example brought a respectable $3,737.50reasonable for such a well-preserved piece of American military history. We want to empower you to buy and sell with confidence. Owned by the Man in Black This 2.5-carat

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WorthPoint

MAY 26, 2025

This 1940s drawstring bag , featuring coils in blue, green, red, white, and yellow, sold in March 2025 for $305.65. This purse , with its dominant pastel pink coils, sold for $240 in March 2025, and is a fresh bag for summer. Coil handbags in multiple primary colors are among the most valuable and desired.

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Jewelry Judge

MAY 21, 2025

Less about spectacle and more about shared intention, this trend reflects the core values of a generation (born 1997 through 2012) intent on authenticity, communication and equality. According to a recent survey by British jeweler Diamonds Factory, more than 50% of engagement ring shoppers in 2025 are now accompanied by their partners.

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WorthPoint

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

On Valentines Day, February 14, 2025, we added 235,000 items to the WorthPoint Price Guide, bringing the total value to $14,566,400.91averaging $61.97 The authentic 14k gold ring, issued to a front office member (Richard Smith), sold for $15,301. We want to empower you to buy and sell with confidence.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 26, 2025

On March 21, 2025, WorthPoint added over 241,000 items to its Price Guide, with a total value of nearly $14.8 In my opinion, time will likely prove this true, especially if the buyer decides to reintroduce the item to the market with proper authentication. is but a fraction of what it could fetch once authenticated.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 5, 2025

WorthPoint will be in Las Vegas from March 10 to 13, 2025 , for the BOSS Reseller Remix. ” The event promises to be chock full of authentic advice to help anyone navigate the reseller marketplace. The WorthPoint team is going to BOSS. Come say hello! BOSS is a great place to congregate and get things done.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 21, 2025

Since the film was released almost 90 years ago, many of these pieces have been off and on the marketplace for decades, so many come with Certificates of Authenticity from various outlets. in March 2025. The label on the statuette credits both Walk Disney Productions and the Humming Bird Nylon Hosiery.

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WorthPoint

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Thrifting Is Love Designer Erin Flett said, “Collect the things you love that are authentic to you, and your house becomes your story.” You never know what you will find! This Christopher Radko Valentine Heart Garland sold for $349.95 “Who are you people that thrift?

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WorthPoint

MARCH 31, 2025

Alcorn, who notes that her house is “90% thrifted,” visited a Goodwill store with her fiance in January 2025. At this point, many people advised her to get the painting authenticated. At first, she didn’t see anything that she wanted to buy. The frame contained an “awful painting,” Alcorn said. .”

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WorthPoint

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

On February 6, 2025, WorthPoint updated its Price Guide with 235,815 new items, bringing the total value to $14,106,579.70. The condition was good, with only minor drips on the left side, and it’s UV-tested, ensuring its authenticity. We want to empower you to buy and sell with confidence.

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WCG

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Emmett Carl Grimm (Carl) was born in Harrisonburg, Virginia in 1946 and died on January 25, 2025, in San Francisco, after a long illness. Stoner and Homer were both extremely impressed with Carls dissertation A Study of Authenticity in Paintings Attributed to Albert Pinkham Ryder.

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WorthPoint

APRIL 21, 2025

On April 16, 2025, WorthPoint added a whopping 545,715 items to its Price Guide, bringing the total value to $213,654,737.93, with an average lot value of $391.51. The painting had been authenticated, signed (the signature was hiding behind the matting), and relined, though oddly, the listing omitted the size entirelya rookie move in my book.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 10, 2025

On March 7, 2025, WorthPoint added 464,095 items to our Price Guide, totaling $27,791,706.13averaging $59.88 With all pieces including certificates of authenticity, it was a fantastic opportunity to score valuable items at a fraction of their potential retail value. We want to empower you to buy and sell with confidence.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 28, 2025

On March 24, 2025, WorthPoint added a whopping 263,082 items to its Price Guide database, worth over $22.8 This 1997 SP Jordan Authentic Sign of the Times PSA 7-graded card sold for $283,026 At Lelands. Gaining insights from Will is an excellent way to learn about buying and selling trends in our industry.

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WorthPoint

JUNE 12, 2025

On June 1, 2025, WorthPoint added 233,733 items to its Price Guide, estimated at $13,687,471.03—an Authenticated and graded near-mint, the sign brought in $20,476.28, and it’s easy to see why: rich cobalt blues, a deco-style logo, and enough vintage charm to brighten any collection. an average of $61.66

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WorthPoint

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Image source: Angela Weiss/ AFP via Getty Images / OPB On February 7, 2025, Sothebys in New York auctioned a 1714 Stradivarius violin, known as the Joachim-Ma. A 1714 Stradivarius violin, known as the Joachim-Ma, recently sold for over $11 million at Sotheby’s. Ultimately, it went for a staggering $11.25

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WorthPoint

APRIL 28, 2025

Double-handed Arches vase , $1,800, 2025 5. Purple crocus vase , $1,799, 2025. This pot-shaped vase , as well as this one , each sold for $1,500 in 2025. Unmarked pieces should be authenticated by a professional, especially since many patterns have been reproduced. Rare Chinese bronze vase , $12,102, 2022.

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WorthPoint

APRIL 28, 2025

On April 23, 2025, WorthPoint gave collectors plenty to buzz about, adding a whopping 644,400 items to its price guide. Framed alongside a Meet the Beatles album jacket and backed by a Frank Caiazzo letter of authenticity (a gold standard in Beatledom), the lot hammered down at a solid $5,040. Thats a cool $82,253,270.56

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WorthPoint

MARCH 31, 2025

On March 27, 2025, WorthPoint added a whopping 231,900 items to its database, bringing the total value to over $35.5 With a gallery sticker from the Paris Lefevre Gallery and a signature that looks as authentic as Klimts famed brushstrokes, this 41″ x 32″ piece is steeped in mystery and charm.

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Association of Research Libraries

JANUARY 16, 2025

Last Updated on January 16, 2025, 12:02 pm ET I remain cautiously optimistic because I continue to believe deeply in the librarys mission Adriene Lim, photo Illumination 2024 At the end of the 2024 Spring semester, Adriene Lim, PhD, retired as dean of libraries at the University of Maryland, College Park.

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WorthPoint

MAY 7, 2025

In April 2025, a rare Azure Blue Fairytale Dream Hearts shell sold for $220. If you know a lot about Tamagotchis, you could even make money providing authentication services. Modern Tamagotchis also have color displays and internet connectivity. Some rare ones go for hundreds of dollars.

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Invaluable

MAY 19, 2025

Sold for$350 via Nadeau’s Auction Gallery (April 2025). A Gandahara Muscovite Schist with Certificate of Authenticity by Kuita Isao 4th Century. Sold for350,000 via Tokyo Kirin Auction (April 2025). Sold for180,000 via Tokyo Kirin Auction (April 2025). A Gandahara Rock Relief, 3rd-4th Century.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 24, 2025

On March 22, 2025, WorthPoint added a whopping 248,761 items to its Price Guide, with a total value of $16,592,609.63working out to an average lot value of $66.70. Gaining insights from Will is an excellent way to learn about buying and selling trends in our industry. We want to empower you to buy and sell with confidence.

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