People collect anything, from antique bedpans to beer caps, from stamps to diamonds. Collecting is a passion, and once people get the bug, they become quite obsessed with the objects of their desires. Collecting Murano glass, particularly glass figurines, is one of such passions, quite popular in fact, and the collectors come from all walks of life: from ultra-rich to little girls who got their first Murano glass fish and wanted more.Why people...more
Back in the days when everyone used quill pens and fountain pens the one thing that could be found on every office or writing desk was an ink blotter. Ink blotters were always made of a gentle absorbent paper formed into a card and were used to dry up excess ink.With the invention of ballpoint pen in the 1950s, ink blotters disappeared from the typical office desk. Today, these vintage blotters, made in the 1930s and 1940s, are extremely...more
Have you ever purchased coins over the phone or online after watching a commercial on Television? These rare coins are often sold along with coin collecting folders. These coin collecting folders allow you to display the coins in your collection all in one often tri-fold folder. The folders also act as a coin collecting holder because they cover your coins in a plastic sheathe. It keeps your coins protected from the elements or from getting nicked or faded, thus increasing their value; and it also keeps them in order so that you can separate your coins by year, country or even decade or century.Any CoinsThere are coin collecting folders for any kind of coin you would ever consider. You will get coin collecting folders for just US quarters, or just US coins, you can have folders for gold coins, for international coins, silver coins, copper coins or any other type of coin.You can find coin collecting folders where you will mix your coins however you need. Serious collectors don't like to keep their coins all mixed up. They want to keep them well and they often want to display their coins and these coin collecting folders are the right method to do that.Where to Find ThemIf you have...more
Strengthen your know-hows about antique--different periods of existence, manufacturers, styles and fashion--if you are really into collecting, buying or selling antique cups of good quality. Whether it's for your next tea party or just adding to your collection, the more you learn the more you'll know what you like and why you enjoy them so...more
For pleasure or profit, coin collecting is a hobby that can be enjoyed by many and one that crosses economic and social levels. With the number of coin collectors worldwide estimated to be in the millions, it is a pastime that many can participate in regardless of their income level. Even young children can enjoy collecting coins and often get...more
Collecting objects is a hobby many people enjoy. One of the most common things people hunt for are rare coins. Collectors have sought after different types of coins for a number of reasons. PleasureFor some, the joy of adamantly seeking out a single object for long periods of time and the rush of excitement that comes with a good find are reasons enough to collect something. Or perhaps the pleasure comes from the enjoyment of having an idle hobby or spending long hours roaming beaches and fields with a metal detector in search of something meaningful.HistorySome collectors are attracted to collecting for the history or background associated with the item. If there is a fond memory attached to mintage date, or even to the object itself, then one may decide to form a small collection based on their past experiences. There may even be an attraction to a historical figure featured on the coin that draws the collector in.Potential ProfitAs with anything of value, there will always be a market to sell the wares. Coins especially receive significant attention due to the high appreciation some attain in a relatively short amount of time. A combination of the pleasure of owning something...more
Past US Presidents are being honored through issue of a series of commemorative coins. It was actually only in the year 2007 that the first Presidential Dollar Program came into existence and it saw Presidential coins honoring the first four US...more
A woman who loves to collect diamond jewellery will have some favourite pieces that are the mainstay of their collection. Once a woman is hooked on diamonds they will always be on the lookout for other items that will compliment the rest of their...more
Are you one of those people who love delving into the history of different countries and places? If you are fascinated with history, you might want to start collecting old coins are mementos of different periods and time. Countries all over the world...more
Teapots have an historical link with ancient cultures in Asia and gradually developing throughout the rest of the world. At it's source, tea was considered a beverage for the emperors and titled rulers of the land. So highly prized, tea was used...more
When it concerns collecting Canadian coins there are several things to be aware about that will help to give you an idea about the true worth of the coins. Knowing the manner in which Canadian coin collecting value is determined will ensure that you...more
It is common knowledge that people in Canada use different types of Canadian coins each and every day of their lives. These coins can be used for a variety of reasons including to buy goods and less obviously for collecting them for hobby or even to...more