by Alexandra Ellison | Apr 11, 2019 | Objects of Value, Uncategorized
Although this is only our second Third Thursday Discovery Feature, maybe some of you are sensing a theme. Like baseball cards, comic books are a fairly distinct part of 20th century America’s ephemeral culture with a unique and dynamic history. While initially popular...
by Alexandra Ellison | Feb 14, 2019 | Objects of Value, Uncategorized
In January of 1960, the Long Beach Independent newspaper asked a number of music publishers to give their prognosis on the future of rock ‘n’ roll. One unnamed source boldly predicted: “It’s going out very fast. I think it’s pretty well done.” From our perch in 2019,...
by Alexandra Ellison | Jan 11, 2019 | Uncategorized
Simply follow the link below to view instructions on how to create an account and register to bid through the StampAuctionNetwork and be sure to bid on our exciting Cape of Good Hope Stamp Auction from the collection of Alton Holje Barnes. How to Register with Stamp...
by Alexandra Ellison | Jan 4, 2019 | Collecting, Objects of Value, Stamps
The philatelist is in many ways the quintessential collector. My mind paints a clear picture of him – a unique individual who shrewdly acquires, carefully catalogs, and meticulously arranges his stamps; who vies with colleagues for the greatest and most comprehensive...
by Alexandra Ellison | Nov 5, 2018 | Jewelry, Objects of Value
As the date draws nearer for Witherell’s Premier Holiday Auction event – Jewelry, Watches and Luxury Goods – I began thinking about how to discuss jewelry without focusing too much on the cliché phrases that define contemporary luxury brands marketing. Jewelry is an...
