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Insights on Auction Sales: A Transformer and a Stamp Collection

WorthPoint

2nd Cents Auctions , based in Cleveland, Ohio, specializes in an eclectic mix of collectibles—everything from rock and roll memorabilia to retro tech, vinyl, and video games. For anyone into geek culture or nostalgia-driven collecting, this sale had some hidden gems. auction, this collection stood out for its potential.

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

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

Remember when your grandpa’s dusty coin collection seemed like nothing more than a quirky hobby? Gold and silver: The dynamic duo of precious metals – source Gold and Silver Coins Buyers: Choosing Your Champion So, you’ve decided to cash in on your coin collection or part with some precious metals.

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Cleveland Museum of Art acquires rare Giambologna marble sculpture

The Art Newspaper

The only other Giambologna marble in a collection outside Italy is his Samson Slaying the Philistine (1560-62) at the Victoria and Albert Museum. The team is especially pleased with the condition of the piece. The other marble sculpture by Giambologna in the US, another nude dated to 1571-73, was bought by the Getty in 1982.

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Pauline Karpidas collection estimated to make £60m at Sotheby's

The Art Newspaper

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Which Antique And Vintage Collections Are Trending In 2024

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

These exquisite jewels, crafted from rare 18-22K silver and gold metals, are not just admired for their scarcity but also for their exceptional artistry, adding a touch of prestige to any collection. #2 4 Military Memorabilia Antique and vintage wartime collectibles, particularly Japanese swords, are prominent in collectibles.

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The legacy of the Baghdad Modern Art Group is explored in first major US show

The Art Newspaper

The curators have drawn works from private collections as well as eminent Arab collections including the Barjeel Art Foundation in Sharjah; the Dalloul Art Foundation in Beirut; the Ibrahimi Collection in Amman and Baghdad; and Qatar Museums.

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Passion Assets: A True Love of Collecting

Art Peritus

While this quote often captures the inexplicable nature of human desire, it also resonates with the motivations behind collecting. Whether its choosing a potential mate or pursuing a coveted object, the pull of desire remains the same when it comes to collecting.