2023 Collecting Trends: Some May Surprise You
This Coca-Cola double-sided porcelain sign, circa 1950’s, sold at auction for $400. When it comes to trends in the secondary market, there are so many factors that influence consumer behavior. […]
Jump in Demand for Air Jordan Sneakers
Do you remember the debut of the first pair of Nike Air Jordan Sneakers in 1985? Nike teamed up with Michael Jordan who was named Rookie of the Year the […]
A Market for Movie Posters
They say you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, but how many times have you judged a movie by its poster? A mix of photos, illustrations, and text, movie […]
Interest in Native American Items Surges at Auction
Every Fourth of July, the Mescalero Apache gather to honor the 13-year-old girls who will become the future caretakers of their tribe. Days of traditions, rites and special ceremonies ensue. […]
Squash Blossoms Hold High Value at Auction
We’ve sold a dozen squash blossom necklaces in the past six months. They’ve sold for a range of prices from $40 to $1,900, with a majority of the recent squash […]
That Penny’s Worth How Much?
What is the lowest value coin you would be willing to pick up if you saw it lying on the sidewalk or in a parking lot? A quarter, a dime, […]
Childhood Trading Cards Could be Worth Pokémon(ey)
Occasionally, a specific smell will take me back to childhood. The scent of an elementary school, someone grilling in the backyard, chlorine from the public pool, and the smell of […]
Is Your Car Historic, Classic, Vintage, or Antique?
From Barrett Jackson to Russo Steele to the Mecum Auction taking place in Glendale this weekend, Arizona is well known for its collector car auctions. In fact, the most expensive […]
Predicting 2022’s Most in Demand Auction Items
Most in Demand Auction Items? People love making predictions. Whether it’s who will win the Super Bowl, how the economy will perform or which politician will be victorious in the […]
Eight Strange Items Sold to the Highest Bidder
Human hair. Corpse tattoos. Celebrity genital castings. After being in the auction business for 15 years, there are few things people sell or buy that truly shock me. But even […]
Crashing Into History with Motorsports Memorabilia
In September of 1980, Gary Wells attempted to jump the fountains at Caesars Palace. He had recently jumped further distances, but, like Evel Knievel before him, the jump resulted in […]
Demand for These 5 Items Should Stay Strong in 2021
It’s that time of the year again for predictions. While the pandemic has some people uncertain about the future, we’re still seeing economists, fashionistas, sports commentators and other industry experts […]
