Lunch Boxes of Yesteryear: A Beginner's Guide to Vintage Lunch Box Collecting
The history of the modern lunch box began in 1935 when Geuder, Paeschke, & Frey licensed the image of, then new, character Mickey Mouse to use on its oval-shaped “Lunch Kit.” Inside was a tray, but no bottle or Thermos, those would come much later. Mickey Mouse Lunch Kits originally sold for 15-20 cents but today can fetch anywhere from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars based on condition.
Hot Cuppa History: Delving into the Common Fire King Mug Styles for Collectors
Fire-King mugs were produced by the Anchor Hocking Glass Corporation from the 1940s through the 1970s. There were several different styles of vintage Fire King mugs that were popular during this time, including, Jadeite, D-Handle, C-Handle, Kimberly, and Stackable.
Bringing Collections to Life: Inspiring Ideas for Displaying Your Treasured Items
The dilemma every collector faces; how to display your collection and not look like a crazy hoarder. There are many ways you can proudly display your life’s passion and you do not have to stick with just one style. Depending on what you want to display you may have several equally stylish options.
Coins and Curiosities: Unveiling the World of Piggy Bank Collecting for Beginners
Determine what type of banks you would like to collect. Since piggy banks come in a wide variety of sizes, styles, and materials you may want to narrow your collection to a specific type of bank. The choice between mechanical piggy banks and still banks is also a choice that should be looked into.
Nostalgic Delights: The 10 Vintage Pyrex Patterns That Capture Hearts
Vintage Pyrex is a popular collectible today but of the hundreds of patterns available, there are some designs which are more popular than others. In particular, the patterns of mixing bowls, casserole dishes, and refrigerator sets that come in cheerful colors such as pink and turquoise, are much more popular
Elegant Earwear: A Beginner's Guide to Choosing and Buying Vintage Clip-On Earrings
By choosing vintage clip-on earrings, you will be exposed to styles that are no longer available in stores today. Before delving into the world of vintage clip-on earrings, it is important to know exactly what it is you are looking for in terms of style, closure, and period. These details will help make your shopping experience more efficient.
Fashion Revolution: The Bold and Innovative Trends of 1960s Mod Style
Mod fashion was bold and brash, ushered in by a young generation of innovative and creative students in Great Britain. This in-your-face fashion trend of the 1960s belonged to London. The Brits set the tone and the rest of the world followed.
Gurley Novelty Candles: Illuminating Thanksgiving Traditions
Under the new name Gurley Novelty Co., the company continued to make the small wax figures that they had become known for. The design of the majority of their wax figures/candles around specific holiday themes, such as Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Vintage Marbles – A Beginner’s Guide To Collecting
The majority of collectors today are mainly interested in handmade marbles; examples from the mid-1800s through the early 1900s can be identified by a pontil mark. Machine-made marbles became an alternative to handmade marbles during World War I at a time when the U.S. stopped importing handmade marbles from Germany.
From Quirky to Rare: Discover 5 Niche Collectibles to Fuel Your Passion
You may be surprised by the variety of things people collect, it’s amazing; from teeth and toupees to skulls, cookie jars, and gas masks. Here is just a tiny sample of some of the items that may not seem like obvious collectibles.
Navigating the Collector's World: Essential Resources for Enthusiasts
Whether you’re starting out on a new collecting adventure or you’re already surrounded by a full collection you may have questions about you’re latest acquisition or a piece you've had your eye on. This list of helpful resources will point you in the right direction no matter what you collect or what level your collection is at.
Owl Jewelry: Vintage Or Reproduction?
If you are a frequent online shopper you will find an abundance of “vintage” owls, particularly “vintage” owl jewelry. You may have previously asked yourself “Is that owl jewelry truly a vintage piece?”