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Say Hey, Willie Mays—Rare Baseball Card Scores Record Prices

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This Willie Mays card , graded PSA 8, was sold in March 2021 for nearly $339,000. The key considerations when looking at sports cards are condition and authenticity. The better the condition, the more the card will appreciate in value, especially if it’s protected. Additionally, according to REA , the PSA 8.5

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Seeking Valuable Carnival Glass? Look For Pieces by These Four Companies

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Farmyard purple six-ruffled bowl , $11,000, 2021. Orange Tree ice green plate , $10,000, 2021. The company usually didn’t mark its glass, so collectors rely on pattern identification and quality to authenticate pieces. Good Luck prototype plate , $17,500, 2021. Stippled Peacocks on Fence bowl , $15,000, 2021.

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“Dune: Part Two” Collectibles: Popcorn Bucket, Anyone?

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David Lynch had a crack at making the film version of the book in 1984, but it was a bust at the time compared to Denis Villeneuve’s interpretation, released in 2021. Believe it or not, the 2021 version was even nominated for a Best Picture Oscar.

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Victorian Taxidermy: Curiosities and Oddities from the Age of Exploration

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Collecting Victorian Taxidermy The art of taxidermy has enjoyed a revival in recent years, so identifying authentic Victorian taxidermy amid a crowded marketplace can be daunting. Synthetic materials likely indicate a modern or less authentic piece. Sold for £1,100 GBP via Chiswick Auctions (October 2021).

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WorthPoint Indices: Morgan Dollars

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Due to its size, attractive design, and general availability in mint or near-mint condition, the Morgan Dollar has long been considered the king of U.S. Generally, common dates in circulated conditions can start around $30–$40, while rarer dates or those in uncirculated conditions can fetch hundreds or thousands of dollars.

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Types of Chinese Art: A Guide to Valuing & Collecting Chinese Art

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The destruction of many historic artifacts in the 1960s and 1970s paired with the overall delicacy of the materials means that well-preserved, authentic Chinese antiques are increasingly difficult to find. Sold for $650,000 HKD via Bonhams (Dec 2021). As awareness grows, the market becomes more competitive.

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Cracker Jack, as Iconic as Baseball

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Common cards in poor to good condition from the 1914 or 1915 sets range in price from $80 to $300. Due to significant condition issues, this 1914 Ewell Albert Russell card was sold on eBay in March 2023 at the lower end of the price spectrum at $80. Authentic 1914 and 1915 baseball cards have no white ink.

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