article thumbnail

The Golden Age of Coin Collecting: Navigating the 2025 Precious Metals Market

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

Bullion is valued primarily for its metal content, while numismatic coins can command premium prices for their rarity, condition, and historical significance. Gold Coin Appraisal Online: All That Glitters Not to be left behind, gold coin appraisals have also entered the digital age.

article thumbnail

Insights on Auction Sales: Comic Books, George Rodrigue

WorthPoint

While aging in glass doesn’t enhance flavor, the appeal here seems more about rarity and provenance than taste. Another standout was a 1920s bottle of Chicken C**k Pure Rye Whiskey , housed in its original tin complete with the key, which hammered at $2,040.

Sale 97
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Insights on Auction Sales: A Terracotta Sculpture, a Hobby Race Car Model

WorthPoint

Despite some age cracks and expertly blended touch-ups, the figure retained a strong presence and sold for $41,820—just ahead of a similar Robb piece that brought in slightly less. The sale totaled $72,275 across 443 items, proving that even small-scale machinery can drive big results when rarity and provenance align.

article thumbnail

Insights on Auction Sales: A Corvette, Rare Titanic Postcard

WorthPoint

The presence of multiple key Silver Age issues suggests Ewbank’s landed a significant private collection. both exceptional values given the rarity and quality of the work. These books were part of a larger comic collection that looked like a jackpot find for the auction house.

Sale 52
article thumbnail

Insights on Auction Sales: Mickey Mantle, Beer Can, Snow White

WorthPoint

Gunther Beer can from Baltimore is another rarity in top-tier condition, and it sold for just $1,000 less. Despite some age-related wear and restoration, this quirky and nostalgic display struck a chord with collectors. Close behind was a 1935 12 oz. Someone definitely bought themselves a slice of classic Disney magic.

Sale 52
article thumbnail

Insights on Auction Sales: R2-D2, GAR Soldiers Photograph

WorthPoint

The soldiers in the photo appear quite elderly, hinting that the image may have captured one of their final public marches, adding to its historical significance and rarity. This was a steal for collectors of mid-century modern barware or anyone nostalgic for the golden age of bowling. Sold for only $185.15

Sale 52
article thumbnail

Insights on Auction Sales: A Million Dollar NBA Card, 1973 Trans Am

WorthPoint

It’s a reminder that in the world of collectibles, rarity, prestige, and star power rule the throne. While auction notes suggested the young mammoth was only 5 to 10 years old, the skull looked massive enough to have belonged to an elder statesman of the Ice Age. Despite a modest PSA grade of 6.5 That’s a coronation-level event.

Sale 52