Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

MAY 14, 2025

Remember when your grandpa’s dusty coin collection seemed like nothing more than a quirky hobby? Well, grab your loupe and polish your monocle, because 2025 is shaping up to be a numismatist’s dream come true. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just dipping your toes into the glittering world of precious metals, this guide will help you navigate the ins and outs of gold and silver coins, bullion appraisals, and everything in between.

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The Art Newspaper

MAY 23, 2025

Martin Kemp, one of the worlds leading experts on the polymath, provides a personal guide to all 17 existing paintingsfrom The Last Supper to two versions of The Virgin of the Rocks

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Maine Antique Digest

MAY 12, 2025

On August 24, 1814, following a victory at Bladensburg, Maryland, British forces captured the city of Washington, D.C., and set fire to the White House, the Capitol, the Treasury, and the Library of Congress.

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Artifactual History Appraisal

MAY 12, 2025

I'm thrilled to welcome Patrick McIntyre to Artifactual History Appraisal as Lead Appraiser and Head of our New York and Philadelphia Offices! Patrick's expertise spans a variety of sectors of the art market and appraisal practice. In addition to appraising, he will focus on bringing in new business, appraisal review, and expanding the scope of services offered by the firm.

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American Association for State and Local History

MAY 12, 2025

Each year, the American Association for State and Local History conducts an election to select those who will serve on the AASLH Council, the governing board of the association, and the Leadership Nominating Committee, which nominates candidates for Council and the committee. This year’s election will be held May 28 – June 28. The Leadership Nominating Committee has selected six people for three spots on the Leadership Nominating Committee and four people for four spots on the AASLH

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WorthPoint

MAY 12, 2025

Will Seippel, CEO of WorthPoint, enjoys watching the items sold at auctions held by our WorthPoint Industry Partners. We thought it would be a great idea for him to select some of his favorite sold items and explain why those sales stood out to him. Gaining insights from Will is an excellent way to learn about buying and selling trends in our industry.

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ValuePros Appraisal Services

MAY 22, 2025

Thinking of selling valuables, collectibles, or inherited items? An appraisal before selling protects your value. Before you let anything go, its critical to understand what you actually have. Im Ray from ValuePros , and Ive seen it allrushed sales, undervalued assets, and people who simply didnt realize the worth of what they owned until it was too late.

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Maine Antique Digest

MAY 12, 2025

On March 13 Thomas Trotta, 49, of Dunmore, Pennsylvania, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Malachy E. Mannion to 96 months imprisonment, to be followed by a term of supervised release, for one count of theft of major artwork.

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Antique Collecting

MAY 12, 2025

A rare collection of historic Jacobite ‘traitor’ glasses, worth tens of thousands of pounds and likely to attract worldwide interest, The post Rare Jacobite glasses collection to sell appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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GIA 4Cs

MAY 20, 2025

Why Get a Diamond Appraisal for Your Engagement Ring In this blog, we answer five key questions about diamond appraisals: What is a diamond appraisal? How does a diamond appraisal protect your engagement ring? How do diamond appraisers appraise? How much does a diamond appraisal cost? How do I find a jewelry appraiser? What is a diamond appraisal? A diamond appraisal is an evaluation of a diamond or piece of diamond jewelry, usually for insurance or estate purposes.

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WorthPoint

MAY 8, 2025

WWI German machine-guns and 19th-century cannons were recently unearthed at the Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) in Vancouver. Image source: Michelle Morton/ CBC Usually at fairgrounds, you will see a water pistol game or perhaps the opportunity to test your aim in a BB gun range, but a recent discovery in Vancouver, British Columbia, takes arms to an entirely new level.

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Artnet News

MAY 23, 2025

Bringing together a selection of work from the Pop art icon's early career, the show is staged in Indianapolis-based Long-Sharp Gallery's virtual gallery space. The post Uncovering the Roots of a Pop Icon: Warhols Early Printmaking appeared first on Artnet News.

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The Art Newspaper

MAY 8, 2025

The Chicago-born pontiffthe new spiritual leader of 1.

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Maine Antique Digest

MAY 12, 2025

The Model 1917 rifle (M1917), Americas Enfield, was not made by the Royal Small Arms Factory (RSAF) at Enfield, United Kingdom, more commonly known as simply Enfield, but the rifle that the M1917 was originally based on was, indeed, designed, developed, and manufactured at Enfield.

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International Society of Appraisers

MAY 13, 2025

5/13/2025 12:00:00 AM Determining fair market value (FMV) can be a complex process, as it is highly dependent on the specific facts and circumstances surrounding each appraisal assignment. Appraisers must exercise professional judgment, supported by credible data and sound methodology, to determine FMV. This often requires careful analysis of market trends, the availability and reliability of comparable sales, and an understanding of how the property would perform under typical market conditions

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Jewelry Judge

MAY 8, 2025

Two hikers traversing the Krkonoše Mountains in northeastern Czech Republic recently unearthed a remarkable stash of gold coins and jewelry — hidden for nearly a century. What began as a casual hike ended in the discovery of nearly 600 gold coins and an assortment of valuable personal items, now under the care of the Museum of Eastern Bohemia in Hradec Králové The find began innocently enough.

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Antique Collecting

MAY 12, 2025

A private collection of Victorian Staffordshire figures from the estate of Timothy Manderson will go under the hammer in Hansons The post Collection of Victorian Staffordshire figures at auction appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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WorthPoint

MAY 14, 2025

Well, its one louder, isnt it? These go to eleven. So said guitarist Nigel Tuffnel of his specially made Marshall amplifier in the classic spoof rockumentary movie Spinal Tap. But amps are not just for rocking stage musiciansanyone with an interest in music can collect them. From amateur armchair guitarists whose only audience is the pet dog to small-time players, amps are available to cover a whole range of needs.

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The Art Newspaper

MAY 20, 2025

The fair, a partnership with Qatar Sports Investments (QSI) and QC+, will launch in February 2026 with around 50 international and regional galleries

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Maine Antique Digest

MAY 23, 2025

Manufactured by Thomas W. Jones, New York, peacock weathervane, 20" x 27", circa 1885, copper. Private collection.

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John Thomas Jewelers

MAY 8, 2025

Custom jewelry pieces hold a special place in our hearts, often symbolizing cherished moments or embodying personal expressions of style. Whether its a ring that marks an engagement or a one-of-a-kind necklace that completes an outfit, these items deserve careful attention to maintain their beauty and significance. Just like any precious possession, custom jewelry requires care in protecting it from everyday wear and tear.

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Jewelry Judge

MAY 12, 2025

Mining giant Alrosa just announced the discovery of the largest gem-quality diamond ever unearthed in Russia. The remarkable 468.30-carat rough diamond, described as a “fancy amber” crystal, was recovered from the recently reopened Mir mine in Yakutia, a remote region near the Arctic Circle long renowned for its diamond-rich permafrost. Measuring 56 x 54 x 22 millimeters (2.2 x 2.1 x 0.9 inches), the stone has been named “80 Years of Victory in the Great Patriotic War” in

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Antique Collecting

MAY 8, 2025

Over 200 lots of vintage IKEA designs are going under the hammer in an online auction coinciding with the highly The post Vintage IKEA designs in auction appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Association of Research Libraries

MAY 23, 2025

Last Updated on May 23, 2025, 2:00 pm ET Photo by Sean Oulashin on Unsplash ARL shines a spotlight on Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritage during the month of May. View our round-up of events, blogs, and other resources. Events | Blog Posts | Exhibits Events Friday, May 2 Boston Public Library Onigiri Workshop with Japan Society Boston noon1:00 p.m.

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The Art Newspaper

MAY 23, 2025

The modest pencil drawing is part of the exhibition Life on Paper at Derby Museum and Art Gallery

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Maine Antique Digest

MAY 8, 2025

A Book Review With few exceptions, such as Nina Fletcher Littles Little by Little: Six Decades of Collecting American Decorative Arts (1984) and Leslie Anne Millers Start with a House, Finish with a Collection (2014), most private collections are not published until they appear as hardcover auction catalogs for landmark sales

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Sarasota Antique Buyers

MAY 20, 2025

When converting your hard asset into cash, there are lot of factors in play when you are selling a house and liquidating the estates. Though you may be tempted to try to hold a garage sale on your own, once you begin you will quickly realize that this task is time consuming, frustrating and you have a lot more stuff than you ever imagined. Many people start the process and quickly & abandon it simply due to the sheer volume of items they have to sort through.

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Artnet News

MAY 6, 2025

The rare hanging scroll "The Blue Goats" will make its first public appearance and its auction debut at Sotheby's. The post This Qing Dynasty Painting Could Sell for Nearly $19 Million at Auction appeared first on Artnet News.

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Antique Collecting

MAY 8, 2025

A pair of George III silver Egyptian pattern candlesticks, with links to Admiral Francis William Austen, the brother of celebrated The post George III candlesticks to light up Suffolk auction appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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The Magazine Antiques

MAY 12, 2025

Where does a darling of the art deco movement go to retire? For Tamara de Lempicka, once a painter of the rich and famous, known for her evocative cubist-inspired style, it was Cuernavaca, Mexico by way of Houston, Texas. The post Exhibitions: Back in Style appeared first on The Magazine Antiques. Exhibitions: Back in Style was first posted on May 12, 2025 at 4:16 pm. ©2021 " The Magazine Antiques " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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The Art Newspaper

MAY 12, 2025

The work was previously held in a private collection for 120 years

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Maine Antique Digest

MAY 1, 2025

Its a little like admitting to being a heretic, but while working for 17 years as a reporter for M.A.D., my favorite items to write about werent pieces of furniture. They were pieces of paper. I loved to write about things like rare books and ephemera.

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WorthPoint

MAY 12, 2025

Will Seippel, CEO of WorthPoint, enjoys watching the items sold at auctions held by our WorthPoint Industry Partners. We thought it would be a great idea for him to select some of his favorite sold items and explain why those sales stood out to him. Gaining insights from Will is an excellent way to learn about buying and selling trends in our industry.

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The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles

MAY 20, 2025

As the Journal of Antiques & Collectibles celebrates its 25th year in publication, we find ourselves at a moment of meaningful reflection and exciting renewal a milestone that honors [.] The post A New Chapter Begins: Welcoming the Boschettos to the Journal Family appeared first on The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles.

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Jewelry Judge

MAY 23, 2025

Welcome to Music Friday, when we spotlight songs that feature jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the lyrics or title. Today, we’re revisiting Lauv’s poignant 2018 single, “Bracelet,” a tender tribute to a relationship that slipped away but left behind one unforgettable keepsake. In “Bracelet,” Lauv uses a simple piece of jewelry to capture the complexity of heartbreak.

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The Magazine Antiques

MAY 14, 2025

For decades, Kelly and Randall Schrimsher have acquired the best of the best in early nineteenth-century American furniture. Now, much of their collection has a period-appropriate showcase in Charleston, South Carolina. The post A New Home for American Classicism appeared first on The Magazine Antiques. A New Home for American Classicism was first posted on May 14, 2025 at 2:42 pm. ©2021 " The Magazine Antiques " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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The Art Newspaper

MAY 8, 2025

An exhibition in New York spotlights an intriguing episode in trade history , in which an influx of foreign artists to Rome prompted everyone from barbers to lawyers in the city to develop side hustles as art dealers

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