Antique reality shows have a lot of us digging out our grandparents’ treasures and turning them into cash. But like all things in the capitalist economy, supply and demand matter. As a result, a few … Read more
Not everyone collects punch bowls for profit. Most people just like their pretty, practical aspects. But if you’re buying to re-sell (or if you found some among your grandma’s things), it helps to be familiar … Read more
Celebrities get paid to wear real diamonds and expensive jewelry to big events. These accessories are usually ‘borrowed’ and have to go back to the store before the after-party. But for the rest of us, … Read more
The casual observer assumes that all beanie babies are colored teddy bears. But it turns out lots of other stuffed animals are represented within the brand, ranging from cows to crabs! But how can you … Read more
Chinese pottery is immensely pretty and delicate. But if you’re approaching it as a collector, you need to look past the aesthetic appeal of the piece. Valuable Chinese pottery marks are one way to verify … Read more
For many of us, the cookie jar is a precious childhood memory. Unless of course, you had strict guardians who were constantly slapping your fingers away from the goodies. Or worse, if you snuck into … Read more
Something about mason jars makes it tough to toss them out. You’ll find yourself hoarding them even when you have so many that they need a special maintenance regime! But glass collections aside, you can … Read more
Have you heard the joke about environmentalists and peanut butter? They use several gallons of water to clean the jar so they can recycle it! But water waste aside, mason jars, plastic peanut packaging, and … Read more
What do you do with your six-pack after you drink it? Frat bros and tech dudes may try to smash it against their foreheads. Liberal college kids might recycle them, while artsy ones may turn … Read more
Maybe you’re happy drinking beer out of a bottle, can, keg, or beer mug. But beer steins add a sentimental flavor to your tipple. And as long as you don’t smash them while yelling ‘Cheers!’ … Read more