Next year will mark the 200th anniversary of the birth of Louis Braille. He is well known for his invention of the Braille System. This system is used worldwide by the blind and visually impaired to read and write. To celebrate this important anniversary, the United States Mint will be issuing a special commemorative coins [...]

Since Willow Tree angels first burst on to the scene back in January 2000, the have become one of the pivotal sections of the ever popular Willow Tree collection. The angels hold a unique place in many people’s hearts for their simplicity and they way they seem to hit just the right note when it [...]

The Franklin Half Dollar coin was issued from 1948 to 1963 to celebrate one of the most well known figures from the American Revolutionary period. He was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States and among other things a leading author, scientist, and inventor. Although the coin series issued in his honor was [...]

The story of the Willow Tree Collectables started in January 2000 when artist Susan Lordi introduced her first range of sculptured figurines to the world at large. The first Willow Tree collection started out with a mere 16 figures (1 figurine and 15 angels), plus a small nativity scene. From that modest start, we now [...]

Coin collecting is a growing hobby today. Many avid collectors feel they are able to hold a true piece of history when they locate a rare coin. Coin collecting is an open and completely accessible activity. Collectors today have the option of purchasing their favorite dollar coin rolls. This may be the best option for [...]

The term Bowie Knife which is commonly used today refers to any large sheath knife but it also applies directly to the specific original design by Colonel James “Jim” Bowie and originally created by James Black.
The historical Bowie knife was not a single design, but was actually a series of knives improved several times by [...]

The Civil War still holds a great deal of fascination for the people of America. It caused brother to fight against brother, the freedom of slaves and totally restructured the government. Because of this continuing fascination, there are groups that reenact the war, wearing copies of the uniform and performing mock battles with other enthusiasts [...]

The internet has revolutionized buying and selling, These days you can list an item online and it could be even sold right away. The reason is that there are so many people buying items online every day. The internet is fairly organized and it is quite easy to find what you are looking for.
The [...]

A Look At Sports Memorabilia And Collecting
Collecting sports memorabilia is a hobby that can fill your spare time with importance and give you a distraction to the everyday drudgery. What you decide to collect is a matter of personal preference. Some people collect items from a broad range of different sports while others only collect [...]

It does take a good deal of time and effort to lift oneself from being an occasional user of the diamond inspecting instrument the loupe, and an expert who works daily with the instrument and easily adapts it to each nuaance and need. For one to get from the former to the latter steps is [...]

If you’re like most of us than you will usually wait until the last possible moment to get a holiday gift for everyone on your list. Unfortunately the problem with this is that not only are all the good items gone, but anyting you want will be sold to you at a highly inflated price. [...]

Spotting errors in coin collections or in your everyday pocket change can be easier than imagined. It is rather profitable and is fun too. You need to follow these steps carefully a number of times so the impulse of checking each coin you receive is going to be a habit.
The simple instructions can be very [...]

When it comes to picking up a hobby, collecting definitely falls into the category. There are so many different things to collect, but one specific that sticks out is art collecting. There is so much variety of things that can be painted with artwork to become a collectible. From wooden eggs to saw blades, hobby [...]

You maybe thinking that only adults collect items like coins, you are very wrong. Kids can also collect coins. They are fun loving and at times they find many coins. If you do have any coins you must store them somewhere that it can be safe. It is easy for kids to start collecting coins [...]

Could you have a goldmine sitting in your attic? If you’ve been wondering whether your pre-war ceramic bowl is worth anything, you need to determine if you have a real antique on your hands. With over 100 million avid antique collectors worldwide all participating in a global market that could top $150 billion in 2008, [...]

Everyone would agree that antique furniture looks great and is a unique way of decorating any home. The only problem with it is that it can be a worry if something is spilt on it or a mark has been left on it. It is important to clean it in the correct way but just [...]

Those who own an antique table are usually very proud of their item and want to take care of it the best they possibly can. Other than storing it somewhere sensible where it’s not going to be constantly touched and bumped into, the best thing an antique table owner can do is keep it clean. [...]

Some people may find themselves in the fortunate position of being able to sell an antique. However, how do you go about selling one and making sure that you get the most for your money? If it is obvious that you don’t know what to look for when selling an antique clock you may find [...]

There are many different ways in which people are able to sell antique furniture. This means that it is important that if you find yourself in this position to weigh up the pros and cons of each so you can get the best deal. If you are in a rush and are hasty you could [...]

Unless you are an expert it can be very difficult to spot an antique and whether it is valuable or not. This is particularly difficult with furniture as some woods are designed to look aged when they may in fact be brand new. There are several tips you can adopt however which can successfully help [...]