Penny toys now worth much more
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Children have always wanted to imitate the activities of people they see. So, toys have been made for centuries that are dressed to look like friends and, if possible, ... Continue Reading →
Seed tape box valuable advertising collectible
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It’s spring and time to plant the seeds that grow into vegetables and flowers that often are tasty salads for deer, rabbits, squirrels and other local wildlife. ... Continue Reading →
‘Heart and Crown’ chairs date to 1700s
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Several rare “Heart and Crown” side chairs were sold at a Skinner auction in Massachusetts. The high-back chair featuring molded bannisters, turned ... Continue Reading →
Rare bird hid radio loudspeaker
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Collectibles were sometimes made to fool people. A tiny teddy bear could hide a perfume bottle. Pincushions hide beneath the fabric skirts of half-dolls, ceramic ... Continue Reading →
Antique bed may need custom made mattress, linens
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Can an antique bed be used in a modern home without difficulties? Yes and no. The beds used before about 1900 are shorter and narrower than the standard sizes ... Continue Reading →
Whirligigs date to 500 B.C.
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What is a whirligig? Some move on a windy day like pinwheels. Some are moving toys, for example a man chopping wood. Many are moving garden pieces such as people ... Continue Reading →
Blackball box used often in 17th century
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As early as the 17th century in America, members of fraternal clubs often voted at their meetings without paper ballots. Decisions often required a simple majority, ... Continue Reading →
Some advertising signs fetch high prices
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Advertising signs with bold-colored graphics, interesting product names and pictures of Uncle Sam and other patriotic designs sell for high prices. They sell best ... Continue Reading →
Rammelsberg furniture was made in Ohio
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If you never lived in Ohio you’ve probably never heard of Mitchell & Rammelsberg furniture. It was the largest furniture manufacturer of its time located ... Continue Reading →
German toy depicts Paddy and the Pig
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Famous mascots, logos and characters from books and songs are being tossed aside in this modern, more politically correct world. The Aunt Jemima of today doesn’t ... Continue Reading →
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