Junk Collectibles – The Bane of the Antiques Connoisseur
One of the reasons I collect antiques is because I love high quality items. Fine antiques are often made from…
Materials
How Much Gold Does the Average U.S. Household Own?
How much gold does the average U.S. household own? It is a deceptively simple question that has a very complicated…
Bog Oak – The Rarest Wood in the World
Exotic and elegant woods are a staple material used in fine antiques. Brazilian rosewood, Cuban mahogany, and English walnut, among…
A Detailed History of the Platinum Gold Ratio
Out of all the precious metals, none have been as exalted in the modern age as platinum. For more than…