In January of this year, I had to grade some War books. This did not particularly thrill me, as I am not too much of a War fan, leaning more towards the Pre-Code Horror and Superhero genres. In the middle of grading them, I ran across a book that was horribly violent, equal to any […]
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Lists That Makes Cents: Best Comic Book Covers with American Flags
With Memorial Day and the 75th anniversary of D-Day earlier this year, and Fourth of July just passed, I think this is the perfect time for my next list that makes cents. Let us focus on what makes these holidays so important. No! I do not mean beer, brats, dogs, burgers and grilling. I mean […]
For the Love of Leiber, Taking the Dull out of “Adulting”
When the movie, Sex and the City, featured Charlotte’s daughter, Lily, carrying a pink cupcake minaudière, it sparked a new generation of love for Judith Leiber’s Swarovski covered handbags. The confectionery cuteness has become one of the most coveted bags, selling for $4,687 in 2013, rarely comes to auction and quite often is sold out, […]
The Art of the Game: Original Art from Don Bluth’s Groundbreaking Dragon’s Lair
Are video games art? This question has been cause for much conversation and debate in video gaming circles for decades. And today, many have come to a common answer: yes, of course. With video game exhibits popping up in museums worldwide, including the MoMA and the Smithsonian, and rare vintage video game cartridges bringing in […]
The World of Animated Superheroes
Superheroes have been a part of our Pop Culture history since 1938, the year Superman made his debut in Action Comics #1. As a kid, I grew up loving superhero comic books. Although my tastes and interests have evolved and grown over the many years since childhood, I still have a soft spot in my […]
Summer Essentials for Every Collector from Heritage Auctions
Event season is upon us, and Heritage Auctions’ has curated a few summer essentials for every type of collector. As a souvenir of your vacation in Paris: For a more sophisticated lemonade stand: For your Fourth of July celebration: For the perfect beach reading: For your outdoor excursion: For your rosé-all-day: […]
Tim Burton Early Artwork for Sale
Tim Burton has certainly come a long way from his days at the California Institute of the Arts, where he created his first student films. Buy, Value or Appraise Your Animation Art and Cels Bid or buy animation art and cels for sale, value your item, or request a free appraisal to sell your collection. […]
Lists that Make Cents: Valiant Comics – Pre-Unity Books You Should Buy
By the time the 1990s rolled around, I was looking to fresh ideas and artwork for my addiction… ummm I mean comic collecting needs. Buy, Value or Appraise Your Comics Bid or buy comic books and illustrations for sale, value your item, or request a free appraisal to sell your collection. I never really liked […]
