Did you know that Britain’s one-pound coin has remained unchanged for more than 30 years? Due to its vulnerability to counterfeiters (in fact, about 3% of all one-pound coins are thought to be forgeries), a public competition was held for the design of a new coin. The winner? 15-year-old David Pearce. Chosen out of more […]
The Gold Apple Watch Costs What?!
Posted on March 10th, 2015 by Joe G
As you might have already heard, yesterday Apple announced the release date and prices for its latest product, the Apple Watch. While the sport and regular versions cost $349 and $549, respectively, it’s the Apple Watch Edition that is getting the most attention. The Edition has the same basic features as the others, but with […]
Tiffany Lamps
Posted on March 5th, 2015 by Joe G
Even broken or altered Tiffany lamps are worth a pretty penny. The James Julia auctioneers catalog, highlighting its sale back in November, features a Tiffany Studios Senior floor lamp base. The lamp has an onion decoration on the base, no lamp shade, and wire tendrils going up the stem. It was rewired with plastic cord, […]
Tips for Starting a Collection
Posted on February 24th, 2015 by Joe G
Thinking about starting a collection of some type? Whether you are interested in antiques, instruments, art, jewelry, stamps or other items, there are a variety of ways to get started! Follow these tips and you will have a great collection to show off in no time! Learn what you like. What do you like to […]
Nearly 2,000 Gold Coins Found off Coast of Israel
Posted on February 19th, 2015 by Joe G
A priceless collection of nearly 2,000 gold coins was discovered off the coast of Israel — the largest treasure ever found in that country. Scuba divers discovered the coins, originally thinking they were toy coins from a game. Once they realized that they were in fact real, they got other members of their diving club […]