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A Sweet Find: Rare Sugar Bowl Bought for $50, Auctioned for $34,800

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This sugar bowl , dating from the early 19 th century, surprised collectors and bidders for its rarity and condition. This Andrew Coffman stoneware jar sold for over $1500 in 2023. That happened recently with a sugar bowl that someone picked up for less than $50 at an estate sale. The buyer’s identity has not been released.

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WorthPoint Indices Report: Sports Memorabilia Overview

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As we discussed before the 2023–24 hockey and basketball seasons started, three names led the charge as predicted game-changing superstars. Connor Bedard Before the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, scouts tabbed Bedard as a generational talent. This box of Caitlin’s Crunch Time cereal sold for $19.95 on eBay in January 2024.

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WorthPoint Indices: Movie Posters

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The index also indicates stronger prices: Though the volume of sales for the first quarter of 2024 is below the total for the last quarter of 2023, the first three months of this year generated more money. The major drivers for movie posters are rarity and subject matter.

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A Comprehensive Guide Of Diamond 4Cs

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A Comprehensive Guide Of Diamond 4Cs March 11, 2023 Home Diamonds are one of the most precious and sought-after gemstones in the world. They are not only a symbol of love and commitment but also an investment in their rarity and beauty. However, some diamonds are valued for their unique color, such as pink, blue, or yellow.

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Estée Lauder Solid Perfumes: Buy Them or Leave Them?

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What to Buy I always hate to generalize because you really must research every collectible individually, no matter what you’re dealing with, since every genre has its rarities. This Estée Lauder slot machine solid perfume dating to 2000 in its original box was sold for $249 in 2023. Some of these are older, and some are newer.

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Jewelry Appraisal Guidelines

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What You Need To Know About Jewelry Appraisal March 11, 2023 Home Before You Get Your Jewelry Appraised First, it's important to know that a jewelry appraisal is an assessment of the value of a piece of jewelry based on its quality, condition, and other factors.

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Troika Pottery Buyer’s Guide: The Artistry of British Ceramics

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Navigating the Market for Troika The value of a Troika pottery piece is dependent on a number of factors, including rarity and condition. The Troika Pottery Collectors Club is a valuable resource, as it categorizes and authenticates pieces, as well as looking at their rarity. Sold for £1,100 GBP via Claydon Auctioneers (April 2023).