In Praise of Amber – The Gold of the North
Before there was Lucite, Plexiglas, Bakelite or Celluloid, there was amber. In many ways it is the original thermoplastic –…
Materials
A Good Hardwood Box Is Hard to Find
I have a bit of an obsession with fine hardwood boxes. I think this infatuation might be an extension of…
Intrinsic Value and Antiques
Intrinsic value is a somewhat controversial topic in the investing world. For example, I have read a surprising number of…
The Investment Advantage of Seasoned Antiques
When I was young I used to play an unusual game at my grandparent’s house. They lived in a stately,…