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  • America at 250: Alabama’s Hand-Shaped Heritage January 9, 2026
    As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, Alabama steps into the spotlight, celebrating its role in shaping both the country’s story and the artistry that defined it. The post America at […]
    Kele Johnson
  • America Turns 250 in Philly January 8, 2026
    How the City of Brotherly Love is saluting America’s Semiquincentennial with history and antiques. The post America Turns 250 in Philly appeared first on Antique Trader. […]
    Sierra Holt
  • Christie’s is Looking Forward to Americana Auctions January 7, 2026
    Christie’s Americana Week kicks off the nation’s Semiquincentennial with a landmark auction spanning founding documents, cultural icons, and American art from the Colonial era to today. The post Chris […]
    Elizabeth Heineman

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  • #Whatsitwednesday: January 7, 2026 January 7, 2026
    Be the first to guess the pictured item by leaving a comment below. If you have a whatsit of your own, our editors may include it in a future post. Please email ATNews@aimmedia.com and attach a clear […]
    Kovels
  • #Whatsitwednesday: December 17, 2025 December 17, 2025
    Be the first to guess the pictured item by leaving a comment below. If you have a whatsit of your own, our editors may include it in a future post. Please email ATNews@aimmedia.com and attach a clear […]
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  • The Magic of the Nutcracker Lives On December 8, 2025
    From clockmakers to Santas, Ulbricht’s handcrafted figures delighted collectors in Terri Peter’s sale.   A common sight each holiday season is bowls of almonds, filberts, pecans, and walnuts, along wi […]
    Elizabeth Heineman

Art News

Collecting Antique Jewelry

Antique lava cameo

The cameo image is from Ms. Cinamon's book Estate Jewelry, 1760 to 1960. The article is from Collector's Weekly. It provides an   overview of antique periods and styles along with many other articles on various areas of collecting.

 

 

Antique Furniture Prices

antique furnitureThe downward trend in furniture prices is explained well by the Antiques Trade Gazette. While not necessarily good news for sellers, it is good news for buyers. The antiques industry is cyclical just like any other industry. What is down today could be up tomorrow. The chair is on exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum. It  is executed in the Regency style and dates to 1804.

 

 

 

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