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Art and Science Collide: The Beauty of Scientific Instruments Through the Ages

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From the intricate designs and beautiful functionality of ancient astrolabes to the ornate craftsmanship of Renaissance telescopes, and the sleek modernism of personal cameras, the evolution of scientific instruments has provided a fascinating meeting point between aesthetic and functional precision through the ages.

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Bob Newhart Leaves a Legacy of Laughs and Collectibles

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He recently passed at the age of 94, leaving behind a legacy of humor instantly recognizable by millions. He had fans across all age groups, so his original vinyl albums from the 1960s get scooped up fast at estate sales and auctions. However, he won his only Emmy at the age of 83 for “Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series.”

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Ming vs Qing Dynasty Art and Antiques

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For over 500 years, the interconnecting Ming and Qing Dynasties left a lasting legacy on the landscape of Chinese art during a golden age of cultural renaissance and craftsmanship that saw the two distinct eras fuel artistic innovations that contributed to a rich and diverse Chinese cultural heritage. Emperor Yongle of the Ming Dynasty (r.1402–1424)

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Resellers Mixed on Goodwill’s Newest E-Commerce Site

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Image courtesy: GoodwillFinds Since October 2022, Goodwill Industries’ newest online platform, GoodwillFinds.com , has been expanding its e-commerce presence and growing its customer base to generate more revenue for community programs. Local shoppers don’t benefit from donations because they get low-quality leftovers.

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How to Recognize Sandwich Glass Patterns at a Glance

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At the risk of sounding like an oddball kid, I’ll admit that I was introduced to Sandwich glass patterns while antiquing with my mom around the age of ten. This Boston & Sandwich salt dish in cobalt blue was sold for $175 in 2022. Duncan & Miller’s Early American Sandwich pattern, on the other hand, is higher in quality.

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

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While age might leave artifacts fragile or damaged, time has also embellished Chinese works of art with enduring beauty and relevancy. Sold for $22,000 USD via Oakridge Auction Gallery (March 2022). Prices can vary extensively, with quality jadeite generally carrying more value than nephrite.

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Illuminating the Mystical Birthstones of June: Moonstone, Pearl, and Alexandrite

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Gotthard), which was one of the first places where fine-quality moonstone was discovered. It became popular again in the 1960s and with New Age designers of the 1990s. Today, fine-quality natural pearls are rare and very highly valued and farms supply most of the pearls in use today. Adular (now St. Chrysanthemum 1.85-Carat

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