Over the years, various hoards of coins have captured the attention of the collecting community and the public alike. The idea of finding a large cache of old coins can be intriguing to many, but the GSA hoard of Morgan Dollars may be the most famous of all. Buy, Value or Appraise Your US Coins […]
The Allure of Petrus: Rich, Rare and Easy to Resell
Petrus is the epitome of extravagance in Bordeaux. Single bottles can cost more $5,000, with the wine consistently selling for more than $1,000, even in comparatively humble vintages. Endeavoring to explain why Petrus is more sought after or more expensive than another wine, or why a particular vintage is so noteworthy, is a bit like […]
A Lifetime of Collecting: George Armstrong Custer and the Battle of Little Bighorn
Piecing together an elite collection in any category requires extensive time and energy, both in acquisition of materials and in studying of the subject of choice. Such is the case with Glen Swanson, around whose collection Heritage Auctions built its June “Legends of the West” auction. Growing up in Mandan, N.D., Swanson had an uncle […]
Steve Ditko: Farewell to a Legend of Comic Book Art
The world of comics and comic art lost a legend with the June 29 death of Steve Ditko, who has the unusual distinction of being one of the most beloved and revered comic artists of all time … and unquestionably underappreciated. Just about anyone who recognizes Ditko’s name knows him as the co-creator of The […]
A Guide to Valuing Your Limited Edition Art Print
You might wonder why some prints will sell for thousands while others only sell for a few hundred dollars. What makes some prints so much more expensive? Buy, Value or Appraise Your Art Bid or buy art for sale, value your item, or request a free appraisal to sell your collection. How to Value Limited […]
Bringing Pinocchio to Life through Disney Animation
As only the second animated film released by Disney Studios, the 1940 classic, Pinocchio, remains to be one of the most beloved movies ever made. Originally written by Carlo Collodi, as the Adventures of Pinocchio, Walt Disney brought the story to life through stunning character artwork and beautiful animation which changed the way animated movies […]
Artifacts from Custer’s Last Stand for Sale at Auction
For Garryowen and Glory! Those were the prophetic closing words of the regimental song of George Armstrong Custer’s 7th Cavalry. Buy, Value or Appraise Your Historical and Americana Memorabilia Bid or buy historical and Americana memorabilia for sale, value your item, or request a free appraisal to sell your collection. As a boy growing up in […]
Norman Rockwell’s Works Embody Magical Golden Age of Illustration
Before television and the movies, illustrated books and magazines were the entertainment and the escape for many Americans. Through skillful draftsmanship, thoughtful composition, and sharp wit, illustrators were able to create snapshots of climactic action in their drawings and paintings. Depicting historical, literary, or romantic themes, graphic artists were able to capture the imaginations and […]