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The Golden Age of Piracy: Rare Coins Minted During the Age of Exploration

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Today, coins from the Golden Age of Piracy remain treasured. To own a pirate coin is to own a piece of the past that carries the legacy of the Golden Age of Piracy; a legacy of murder, danger, and untold riches – in a variety of denominations – waiting to be discovered. Sold for $3,250 via Artemis Gallery (August 2020).

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Jewelry’s History in 3,000 Pieces: The V&A Museum’s Jewelry Collection

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Irish Bronze Age gold collar This amazing piece of jewelry is from 800-700 BC and was found in Limerick, Ireland. million in 2020!) This beautiful piece was made in 1842, designed by Prince Albert himself for his new bride, and Victoria wore it in her first official portrait as queen. Note: A Cartier tutti frutti bracelet sold for $1.3

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WorthPoint Indices: Movie Stills

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Detailed Index Trend Components of Monthly Total Volume Sold and Total Prices Paid for Movie Stills between January 1, 2020, and May 31, 2024. click to expand) A Glossy Glimpse into Hollywood’s Golden Age Movie stills, also known as production and publicity stills, are photographs captured either on or off of film sets during production.

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Collecting Antique Maps: Navigating the Cartographic Treasures of the Past

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As the Age of Exploration dawned so did demand for maps among intrepid explorers. Sold for $23,750 via Swann Auction Galleries (December 2020). Sold for $300,000 via Christie’s (October 2020). Johannes Blaeu – Nova et Accuratissima Totius Terrarum Orbis Tabula.

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WorthPoint Indices: Lobby Cards

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Detailed Index Trend Components of Monthly Total Volume Sold and Total Prices Paid for Lobby Cards between January 1, 2020, and May 31, 2024. Values depend on age, artwork, quality, and popularity of the movies or actors they depict. million in sales since 2020. percent increase in transactions from 2020 through 2023.

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Great Discoveries: Antique Roman Bracelets Found in Wales

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In addition, one of the bracelets has a square silver plate with a triskele symbol, which has been included on many Iron Age Celtic antiques and artifacts from the Neolithic and Bronze Ages, Amgueddfa Cymru indicated. This Roman bronze fertility bracelet sold for $42 in 2020. The bracelets remain under evaluation at this point.

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Jewelry Appraisal Guide: Understand & Find Jewelry Appraisers

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Sold for $2,500 via Doyle New York (February 2020). Sold for $3,200 via Doyle New York (February 2020). These appraisals take into account factors such as age, rarity, and historical significance. Sold for $1,200 via Doyle New York (March 2020). White Gold, Blue Topaz and Diamond Bracelet, Ring and Pair of Earclips.