Antique Trader

Antique Trader has been captivating the collecting community for over 60 years by delivering engaging news, vibrant collector stories, and detailed articles on a wide range of topics related to the fascinating world of antiques. With 24 issues published each year and a weekly digital newsletter, Antique Trader offers expert opinions, historical context, and valuable insights, ensuring a rich and fulfilling experience for its readers.

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Antique Trader Show and Events Calendar

2 weeks ago | antiquetrader.com

Wondering what antiques and vintage shows are happening in your area? Check out the Antique Trader Show Calendar for the latest events.
A Look Inside the February Issue of Kovels Antique Trader

2 months ago | antiquetrader.com | Paul Kennedy

Since its earliest known mention in 1066, the wonderfully diverse and always impressive cape has ebbed in and out of fashion more than any other garment we can think of. And today, it’s coming back around again, which is why the cape comeback highlights the February issue of Kovels Antique Trader.
Michael Polak, Renowned Bottle Collecting Expert and Author, Dies at 78

Dec 2, 2024 | antiquetrader.com | Paul Kennedy

Michael Polak’s obsession with old bottles started innocently enough in 1974 while digging in the dirt of an abandoned dump in Tonopah, Nev. To hear Polak tell it, that dump in the former silver-mining boomtown was just about the most exciting place in the world. Of course, Polak was a man who found fun rummaging through the remains of long-ago-deserted outhouses. And if you think that’s odd, well, you’re not alone.
A Look Inside of the September Issue of Kovels Antique Trader

Sep 4, 2024 | antiquetrader.com | Paul Kennedy

Turn 65, and mere mortals sign up for Medicare. But Barbie? She turns 65, and the London Design Museum unveils “Barbie: The Exhibition,” showcasing more than 250 pieces related to the evolution of the iconic doll from 1959 to the present, including more than 180 iterations of Barbie herself. So yes, it’s true. This is Barbie’s world, and we can only buy a ticket to it. Of course, if you can’t make it to London for the exhibition, which runs through Feb.
Rubik’s Cube: In 1980, It Was Hip to Be Square

Aug 14, 2024 | antiquetrader.com | Paul Kennedy

Millions of people were inflicted with Rubikmania in 1980 after the Rubik’s Cube hit toy shelves. Invented by famed Hungarian professor Ernõ Rubik in 1974, it was mass-produced by Ideal Toys. The 3- x 3- x 3-inch cube is the top-selling puzzle game of all time, shipping over 350 million units worldwide since its inception in 1980. What once was a mere fad has become an indelible part of pop culture, with modern-day speed cubing tournaments achieving worldwide recognition.
Go Figure, Reja Costume Jewelry Dazzles Collectors

Aug 12, 2024 | antiquetrader.com | Pamela Wiggins Siegel

Some folks amass captivating collections of costume jewelry figurals that just boggle the mind with their creativity. I’ve never been one of them. Not that I haven’t thought about it, and I do have a few that fall into that category in my collection. But, by and large, I’ve always had a catch, enjoy for a while, and release policy when it comes to buying and selling these amazing little beauties. That’s how I’ve been able to further the hunt all these years.
A Catalog of Childish Fun

Jul 31, 2024 | antiquetrader.com | Paul Kennedy

Earlier this year, Action Comics No. 1, the comic book that introduced Superman to the world in 1938, became the most valuable comic in the world, selling for $6 million at auction. The 68-page issue is so ridiculously prized that even loose pages of the comic book have sold for as much as $60,000. Not too shabby for a comic that cost kids 10 cents back in the day. Of course, back in the day, there was the Great Depression, an era so bleak that it seemed it would indeed take a superhero to save us.
Original Harry Potter Book Cover Art Could Sell for $600,000 at Auction

Jun 18, 2024 | antiquetrader.com | Paul Kennedy

The original book cover illustration for the first edition of J.K. Rowling’s 1997 novel, “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone,” is heading to auction later this month, promising to cast a spell on bidders worldwide. How magical is the Sotheby’s auction Wednesday, June 26, of the illustration of the boy wizard by Thomas Taylor? Presale estimates call for the artwork to sell for up to $600,000, the highest presale value ever placed on a Harry Potter-related item, according to the auction house.
Dad and the Best Father’s Day Gifts Ever!

Jun 12, 2024 | antiquetrader.com | Paul Kennedy

With Father’s Day fast approaching this Sunday, many of us are left wondering … what do you get for the dad who has everything? How do you find something that’s popular enough to please, tailored to your dad’s taste, and offbeat enough to be interesting? We checked this year’s most popular gift ideas, courtesy of the National Retail Federation, and discovered we can do better.
Fantastic Plastic: Collecting Mid-Century Costume Jewelry

Jun 7, 2024 | antiquetrader.com | Pamela Wiggins Siegel

Growing up in the 1960s, I remember the women in my life wearing jewelry decorated with some attention-grabbing plastic components. My grandmother had a super chunky bracelet embellished with simulated turquoise, and my mom had some lipstick red button earrings glammed up with clear rhinestones. My Aunt Billie even had a pink necklace with actual seashells and glitter embedded in plastic that really mesmerized me every time I saw it.