A strange redware pottery item was listed in a recent auction as a cup. But it looked more like a squat 2-inch vase with a large opening on one side. The auction catalog called it a “19th century glazed redware slip cup,” estimated at $200 to $400. But even with a picture we were baffled. ...

As I was looking back over my list of recent reads, I realized I have read far fewer books since Thanksgiving. It can be hard to make time for reading with numerous family, work, and community commitments this time of year. If you are able to make time for reading, here are a few that I believe ...

A tin sign picturing an attractive girl sold for $12,390, which is an impressive price for a portrait of a young woman from the 1910s! But if you look closer, you’ll see that the woman is holding a glass marked “Coca-Cola,” and the Coca-Cola logo is visible on the bottom of the frame. ...

By Terry and Kim Kovel Qu’est-ce que c’est un chenet? Part of collecting antiques is always learning — whether you’re going deeper into history, discovering a new-to-you artist or learning a term in another language. “Chenet” is the French word for “andiron,” the iron ...

By Kathryn Tatnall Youth Services Librarian My favorite part of the month is when the new books arrive at the library. I love to look through every book I have ordered for the Children and Teen areas of the library. Some go in a pile that I know I have to check out right away. Others will ...

By Terry and Kim Kovel Advertising signs are most popular when they include a well-known brand name or recognizable mascot. Sometimes, a sign doesn’t have a name or brand attached, but there’s no mistaking what it’s for. This three-dimensional pig’s head made of carved and painted ...