http://collectibles.about.com/ Get the latest headlines from the About.com Collectibles GuideSite. http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hi http://www.about.com/ 118 20 en-us 2009-06-30T18:38:17Z Tue, 30 Jun 2009 18:38:17 +0000 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/07/01/wordless-wednesday-58.htm Although this is obviously some type of hammer - the question is what was it used for? This is another antique piece that has a very specific use and the... http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/07/01/wordless-wednesday-58.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:39:50 +0000 2009-07-01T00:39:50Z http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/30/first-million-find-on-antiques-roadshow.htm From: Reuters: "For 13 years, we've been hoping to feature a million-dollar appraisal on 'Antiques Roadshow;' it's been our 'Great White Whale,'" executive producer Marsha Bemko said. "We're thrilled that, despite this... http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/30/first-million-find-on-antiques-roadshow.htm Tue, 30 Jun 2009 18:38:17 +0000 2009-06-30T18:38:17Z http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/27/2882-lego-bricks-interesting-summer-project.htm Another collectible (that's also a toy) for kids are LEGOs. Don't think they're collectible? Check out the prices for older sets or mini-figures. I first saw this LEGO Statue of... http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/27/2882-lego-bricks-interesting-summer-project.htm Sat, 27 Jun 2009 23:35:09 +0000 2009-06-27T23:35:09Z http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/27/tips-on-collecting-michael-jackson-memorabilia.htm When an entertainment icon passes away, the urge to collect related memorabilia is strong. People are caught up in the moment and it's not only collectors who want something to... http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/27/tips-on-collecting-michael-jackson-memorabilia.htm Sat, 27 Jun 2009 13:41:25 +0000 2009-06-27T13:41:25Z http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/26/michael-jackson-memorabilia.htm Heritage Auction Galleries reports they have been inundated with phone calls and emails regarding Michael Jackson’s influence on pop culture in general and collecting in particular. Collectors know that anytime... http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/26/michael-jackson-memorabilia.htm Fri, 26 Jun 2009 20:08:50 +0000 2009-06-26T20:08:50Z http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/25/buyers-premiums-whats-your-thoughts.htm Okay, I'm a little perturbed right now. I was about to put a post up about an upcoming auction when I saw the buyers premium was 28% for Internet... http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/25/buyers-premiums-whats-your-thoughts.htm Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:02:58 +0000 2009-06-25T15:02:58Z http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/25/brush-pottery-site-soon-to-be-gone.htm I'm wondering if avid collectors of the pottery should go and gather a few bricks or stones from the building. I can see them selling on eBay now . .... http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/25/brush-pottery-site-soon-to-be-gone.htm Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:22:21 +0000 2009-06-25T08:22:21Z http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/24/wordless-wednesday-57.htm My comment for this week is -- BE SPECIFIC! There are very similar items to this, but this particular piece has a very specific use and is marked as... http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/24/wordless-wednesday-57.htm Wed, 24 Jun 2009 00:18:29 +0000 2009-06-24T00:18:29Z http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/22/fenton-boyds-and-tys-teenie-beanies.htm Lots of collectibles news coming up over the next month. First of all check out this spectacular bowl in three glass colors (Cobalt Blue, Milk Glass and Ruby) from Fenton. Dave... http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/22/fenton-boyds-and-tys-teenie-beanies.htm Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:18:06 +0000 2009-06-22T12:18:06Z http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/22/toy-a-day-free-characters.htm FREE - I'll bet that got your attention. Toy-A-Day is a part collectible and part craft web site featuring free printables that are cut-out and folded to create a standing... http://collectibles.about.com/b/2009/06/22/toy-a-day-free-characters.htm Mon, 22 Jun 2009 06:34:40 +0000 2009-06-22T06:34:40Z