I remember reaching out to my friend while purchasing a sewing machine last year. Uneducated on the matter, I found myself surrounded by thousands of options I did not know existed. From the classical treadle … Read more
Being a sports enthusiast, I have always loved to collect sports memorabilia. Everything from jerseys to sports cards has always attracted me. I am emotionally attached to these memories. Also, finding things with the signatures … Read more
Olympia’s products revolutionized the typewriter market. Despite the industry being dominated by American giants, the German brand Olympia made and sustained its place. Popularly known as the “Mercedes Benz” of typewriters, Olympia products are known … Read more
For many years, collecting antique swords has been one of the most popular hobbies. In addition to increasing the beauty of your antique collection, they are a significant investment. The value of authentic antique swords … Read more
Last month, I went to my friend’s house, where I met his younger sister. She was 12 years old and had a hobby of collecting porcelain figurines. She showed me her figurine collection; she had … Read more
Whether it be a photo shoot of Keith Richards from the Rolling Stones, lit only by a flame, the signature ‘clicks’ of a Zippo lighter featured in a song, or the iconic lighter emblazoned with … Read more
Last year when my sister was getting married, my mother finally opened the old rusty trunk where she keeps all the family gifts handed down from generation to generation. As per tradition, she wanted to … Read more
We always had this particular pair of antique scissors at home, and my mom loved it. Although we did not use it frequently, it was valuable. There is a history attached to it, as they … Read more
As an antique collector, you should know that there is hardly anything that won’t sell at your local antique store or pawn shop, provided that it’s old enough. These articles can be as big as … Read more
Farm tools of early times are one of the most prominent placeholders in today’s vintage market. Among these, hay rakes are probably the most talked about vintage farm tools. I realized this after coming across a beautiful … Read more