Are you familiar with the pop culture reference that describes women with tiny waists, ample bosoms and bum as “Figure 8” and Coca-Cola bodies? Would it surprise you to learn that it wasn’t always this … Read more
Collecting antique pieces like old glass Clorox bottles is fun. Asides from being a hobby, it can fetch you a few bucks. Even more satisfying is that as a collector, we’ll provide you with all … Read more
Do you ever wonder why the blue and white style antique dish is present in almost every household? What makes this design stand out that causes every new brand to create a line featuring the … Read more
So you’ve got yourself a set of China dinnerware and you have no idea what it’s worth. As there’s neither a stamp nor any form of a trademark to refer to, due to them being … Read more
Breweries started considering the idea of beer canning in the early 20th century. However, the breweries struggled to figure out how to create a can that would withstand pasteurization and keep the beer tasty and … Read more
Depression glass created a little bit of cheer in the dreary times running between the late 1920s and the 1940s. Mass-produced by a large number of manufacturers — including, Hocking Glass, MacBeth-Evans, and Federal Glass … Read more
Although a wide variety of modern teapots are available today, most collectors are still attracted to the older teapots. Antique and vintage teapots feature a special appeal and rarity that makes them worth much more … Read more
Is collecting timeless pieces and antiques your hobby? Do you particularly love Atlas mason jars for their unique aesthetic value and their lasting significance? Are you having trouble identifying actual Atlas mason jars and determining … Read more
The German beer stein is a mug made in Germany for drinking beer. Stein is the word derived from the German language Stein Krug which means stone mug. A beer stein is made of different … Read more
Have you recently picked up an antique glass pitcher and you’re trying to determine it’s worth? To ascertain the value of a glass pitcher, you need to begin by identifying the glass’ manufacturer, date of … Read more