FRIDAY FEBRUARY 27, 2026 • VOL. 56, NO. 8
Fine Jewelry And Coins Shatter Expectations
Highest Yield Boutique Sale In Kleinfelter’s History
jewelry and coins. Prices realized shattered expectations and resulted in the company’s highest yielding boutique sale ever held.
The photos and captions showcase some of the material sold.
A 14-karat Italian gold twist bracelet realized $4,484, and a 14-karat Italian gold rope bracelet and necklace, $4,248. A 18-karat gold diamond and onyx fleur-de-lis “flower of the lily” locket, a symbol having originated from medieval heraldry,
representing French faith and royalty, sold for $1,652.
In the silver category, a 100 Troy ounce fine silver .999 bar brought $10,620. A group of 250 90-percent silver (pre-1964) Half Dollars sold for $7,080; while 400 90-percent silver (pre 1958) P Washington rolled Quarters realized $5,428. A Mexican 50 gold
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Historic Trappe’s Early American Craft Fair
Show To Be Held At St. Luke’s Church
On March
Historic Trappe is proud to announce an exclusive Early American Craft Fair showcasing the finest traditional artisans on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event is being held at St. Luke’s Fellowship Church, located at 200 W. Main St., Trappe, Pa. Admission is $10 per person, which includes free guided tours of Historic Trappe’s Center for Pennsylvania German Studies and the Muhlenberg House, located just across the street from St. Luke’s.
Visitors can talk to the artists about their work and historical inspirations while they shop for handcrafted items and treasures including pottery, woodcarvings, textiles, furniture, painted boxes, and fraktur. All the proceeds will benefit Historic Trappe, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to preserve and share the historic places, landscapes, and heritage of southeastern Pennsylvania. Historic Trappe proudly supports traditional artisans throughout the year in its museum store
By Karl Pass
On Jan. 29, Tom Hall Auctions of Schnecksville, Pa., sold a very rare wooden date board from a house in central Pennsylvania. From Sunbury, Pa., the consignment consisted of various primitives, but among the items was this 1848 Pennsylvania German wooden carved and painted house board. Translating to “This house was built on the 27th of October, 1848,” it included the names Heinrich Christiana Steinhoff on top line and Sophie Marie Brinckmann on line below. In the center of the 11.5-by-57-inch house board was a potted floral motif. It sold for $1,920 (including buyer’s premium). To learn more, call 610-799-0808.
By Karl Pass
On Jan. 31, Kleinfelter’s Auction Inc., in Myerstown, Pa., held a Valentine Sale of high quality
Oxenford’s Country Crafts & Things will be at the craft show.
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Old West And Native American Art
Auction Surpasses $1.5
Million Solid Gold Chain Made From Nuggets Sells For $92,250
Collectors came panning for gold at Morphy’s Old West and Native American Art Auction held Jan. 23 in Las Vegas, Nev., as three of the four top-selling lots were solid gold items that brought a combined $204,180. The auction was held at the Westgate Casino and Resort, alongside the Las Vegas Old West and Native American Art Show and the Las Vegas Antique Arms Show.
Gold certainly glittered, but the 569-lot auction was also filled with art, antiques, jewelry, home décor, cowboy paraphernalia, and important and historical Western and Native American art and antiques; apparel, saddles, spurs, bridles, and other equine tack; Wild West Show items; and other early memorabilia. The emphasis was on quality and authenticity. By the time the final gavel fell, the sale had tallied over $1.5 million. All prices quoted include the buyer’s premium.
and the overall top lot of the auction, was a heavy gold chain made from solid gold nuggets. All of
One of two dioramas in the auction by Andy Anderson (1893-1963), titled “General Store,” containing six figures and multiple other items in a general store setting, sold for $27,060.
These rare custom prison-made pair of spurs for the creator of the popular “Red Ryder” comic strip, Fred Harman (19021982), realized $23,370.
the gold tested for at least 20-karat, with most of it testing just under 24-karat. Measuring 30 inches in length, the hefty chain weighed 474 grams and displayed solid workmanship. It carried a pre-sale estimate of $50,000 to $80,000 and sold for $92,250.
Runner-up honors went to a 2-inch-by-1-inch gold bar from the Felix Grundy Hoard, referring to an assayer from Fiddletown in Amador County, Calif., in the heart of the gold fields just outside Sacramento. The bar displayed Hoard’s stamp in a large circle followed by “No. 2206 / 7.75 OZS. / 999
THOUS / FINE.” A small group of these gold ingots was discovered in the late 1960s. In all, only a couple dozen specimens are known today. This one fetched $67,650. A gold bar from the Star Mining Company which operated in Rose Creek, Calif., from 1870 to 1895, serial number 521, graded 995 fine and weighing 5.43 ounces, featured bright yellow-gold surfaces and excellent luster. The name of the mining company was signified by a five-point star above the letters “MINING CO.” These bars are extremely rare, and this example changed hands for $44,280.
The only non-gold item to crack the top four lots was a ca. 1902 framed poster for “Buffalo Bill’s Wild West and Congress and Rough Riders of the World,” featuring a mounted warrior with rifle and vignettes of a buffalo, tipi, snowshoes,
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and tomahawk. The poster was cut to resemble a Native American tanned hide and is one of the only examples extant. It blew past the $6,000 to $8,000 estimate to realize a final price of $49,200.
Buffalo Bill actually made several appearances in the sale. A large-format announcement poster for Buffalo Bill and his Rough Riders in Belgium, featuring a dynamic bucking bronco and cowboy in woolly chaps, rang up $20,910.
The framed, French-made poster, 44 by 68.25 inches, was produced by Wieners lithography, London and Paris. It came with an original postcard from the event in
good condition.
A U.S. Cavalry model Colt Single Action Army revolver with officer’s field desk ensemble, serial #4812 and Ainsworth-inspected, of the type issued to Custer’s 7th Cavalry prior to the 1876 Battle of Little Bighorn, hit the mark for $39,360. The firearm was part of a militaria grouping housed in an attractive replica quarter-sawn oak campaign desk with the inside of the lid mounted with a heart-shape mirror. Inside were period accessories like those Custer’s officers might have used, including period clothing, a Bowie knife, and ammunition. A ca. 1880s .45 cartridge
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This heavy gold chain made from solid gold nuggets, all tested for at least 20-karat, with most testing just under 24-karat, weight 474 grams, sold for $92,250.
A gold bar from the Star Mining Company (Rose Creek, Calif.) in operation from 1870 to 1895, serial number 521, graded 995 fine, weighing 5.43 ounces, realized $44,280.
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assayer from Fiddletown in Amador County, Calif., just outside Sacramento, sold for $67,650.
Collector Anecdotes And Antics
What Does The Future Hold For Baby-Boomer Collectibles?
By Shawn Surmick
A lot of the knowledge I have regarding the collectibles trade came from older generations of experienced collectors and dealers who took the time to educate me. I have great respect to anyone who chooses to share a lifetime of knowledge about a particular subject to someone free of charge (especially when that someone is me, who isn’t always easy to educate due to my own stubbornness). One of the reasons I write these articles is to help pay back, or more aptly, pay forward the knowledge I have learned over the years. Most of my mentors in the trade were either from what is known as the Silent Generation (those born between the years of 1928 and 1945) or from the Baby-Boom Generation (those born between 1946 and 1964). Sadly, most of my early mentors in the trade have long passed on. I have always had tremendous
respect for their passions in collecting, regardless if I liked the collectible in question or not.
As someone who is part of Generation-X (the generation that followed the Baby-Boomers), I am fascinated what will happen to a lot of items that were collected by Baby-Boomers when they pass on. Current reports estimate that close to $100 trillion of wealth will pass from the Baby-Boom Generation to younger generations within the coming decades. That said, younger generations shouldn’t get too excited, as most of this wealth is in the form of stuff. And unfortunately, some of this stuff very few people will have an interest in. Listed below are some of the most popular collectibles coveted by the Baby-Boom Generation and my predictions as to whether or not younger generations will continue to collect these items long after the Baby-Boomers are gone. You are welcome to disagree with my findings, but just know that I work with a lot of collectors in the trade who are 55 years of age or under, and much like myself, their tastes are drastically different from their parents (and grandparents).
Precious Moments, Hummel Figurines, Boyd Bears. Please don’t shoot the messenger, but I know very few younger generations who covet these items. There are some truly scarce and in-
demand Hummel figurines and Boyd Bears that do command serious sums of money at auction. However, looking over auction results over the last few years, it is easy to see these markets are in decline. Younger generations will not be fighting their parent’s estate to get their hands on these items. I expect antique marts, flea markets, and auction houses (assuming they even take them) to be overfilled with these trinkets in due time.
Collectible Coins, Paper Money, and Stamps. Coins and paper money are actively collected and even invested in by the younger generations. If you have high grade pieces that are or can be third-party graded, depending on the value, several top tier auction houses will gladly take these items on consignment. Even lower quality coins composed of precious metals like silver and gold have value on the secondary market as a result. Unfortunately, when it comes to stamps, unless your pieces are in the top 10 percent of the market, most high-profile auction companies will have no interest in these artifacts. Younger generations are not interested in stamps like they are coins and paper money. The reasons for this will be the subject of a future article. Marx Toys, Lionel Trains, and PEZ Dispensers.
Louis Marx & Company was one of the dominant
American toy manufacturers operating from 1919 until 1980. The company made many high-quality tin toys, toy soldiers, and playsets. Unfortunately, younger generations are going after the toys that they grew up with. For instance, I love vintage Kenner “Star Wars” toys and action figures because I have found memories of playing with those toys back in the early 1980s. There are some exceptions here, but for the most part unless your Marx Toys are in top condition and considered a museum quality piece, most of this stuff will struggle to find a buyer. The same fate awaits most Lionel and related toy train sets, although there are some high-profile toy train collectors that occupy the younger generations, but not enough to snap up the amount of supply that will be hitting the market over the next decade or so. PEZ dispensers had a resurgence in the 1990s with the advent of eBay, but that turned out to be a major speculative bubble. And while some Gen-Xers do collect PEZ dispensers, prices have been going south for the past 10 years or so, with few exceptions.
Japanese Space Toys and Tin Robots.
I purposely made sure to separate these collectibles from the likes of Marx Toys and Lionel Trains simply because we have seen younger generations go after some of these items. With the
rise in popularity of Japanese culture infecting the current collectibles trade with the popularity of vintage video games, “Pokemon,” and even “Transformers,” there is some opportunity here. However, that opportunity for the most part is in the higher end mint boxed examples. That said, I don’t see a lot of these kinds of toys selling for pennies on the dollar either, as the curiosity factor alone makes them quite popular among the younger set. If you check completed auction records from Morphy Auctions you will see what I mean. These pieces still sell, just not as well as they once did.
Golden Age Comics Books and 1950s Movie Posters. Golden Age comic books are the clear winner here, assuming they are of the super hero and horror variety. Dell comic books, comic books featuring Western themes, or love stories have very little demand and value today. If, however you come across a stash of golden age (pre-1960s) superhero or horror comics, be sure to get them checked out! Younger generations are still actively pursuing that stuff. In regard to movie posters, classic science fiction and horror movie posters from the 1950s and earlier can be highly collectible and valuable. I don’t see this trend changing any time soon due to their perceived rarity, but it really depends on the piece.
Winter Sports Card Auction Grosses Nearly
Heritage Auctions’ Winter Sports Card Catalog Auction, held Jan. 30 and 31, concluded with a total of $14,578,137, driven by demand for modern-era trophies, iconic rookie cards and period-signed autographs from the Golden Age Collection.
Leading the event was a 2006 Fleer Buyback Michael Jordan (1986 Fleer-Autograph) #57 PSA Authentic, Auto 10, which realized $884,500. One of just 23 examples signed by Jordan in 2006, the card represents a convergence of rarity, condition and significance, pairing the most
important basketball card of the modern era with one of the scarcest authenticated Jordan autographs. The result underscored the enduring strength of the Michael Jordan market and the continued appetite for elite basketball material.
“This signed 1986 Fleer Michael Jordan Rookie card is special for several reasons,” outlined Chris Ivy, Heritage’s director of sports auctions. “First and foremost, it is limited to one of only a few examples that were purchased by Upper Deck company and signed by Jordan
in 2006 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of this iconic card. Following Fleer’s bankruptcy and liquidation, Upper Deck acquired the assets and brand name of Fleer in July 2005 in a move that paved the way for Upper Deck, which held, and still holds, Jordan’s exclusive signing rights to purchase 23 examples of his original 1986 Fleer rookie card, have Jordan sign them and then randomly insert redemption cards into packs of 2006-07 Fleer basketball. Of the 23 cards released, only 14 cards are known, graded and in the hands of
private collectors, a measure of exclusivity that makes this one of the most sought-after signed Jordan cards in the market, as exhibited by this result.”
Not surprisingly, Jordan’s popularity extended beyond the auction’s top lot. A vintage signed 1985 Nike Michael Jordan (Promo) PSA EX-MT 6, PSA/DNA Auto 9 scored a winning bid of $106,750, a record for the card, while another example with an Auto 8 grade brought $59,780, the fourth-highest price ever for the card.
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Vinyl Records. There is a resurgence in collecting vinyl records thanks in part to the music industry’s decision to release everything in digital download formats. Music enthusiasts pushed back, and now vinyl records are readily available featuring your current favorite artists. Even Taylor Swift’s newest releases are available in vinyl. But don’t get too excited yet. Classic rock albums from the likes of The Beatles and Pink Floyd are in high demand. Big Band and related albums have virtually no collector value and demand. Elvis was popular among Baby-Boomers, but Gen-Xer’s and younger tend to prefer The Beatles. I expect a lot of vintage vinyl to hit the landfill in the coming years. In conclusion, there is one category that I purposely left off this list. That category is vintage advertising. Vintage soda pop advertising along with gas and oil advertising (especially from the 1960s and earlier) deserves its own dedicated article which will be coming soon. There have been a lot of interesting developments in that market over the last few years, so stay tuned!
Shawn Surmick has been an avid collector since the age of 12. He currently resides in his hometown of Boyertown, Pa., and is a passionate collector of antiques and collectibles. His articles focus on various topics affecting the marketplace.
A signed 1985 Nike Michael Jordan (Promo) PSA EX-MT 6, PSA/ DNA Auto 9, scored a winning bid of $106,750, a record for the card; another example with an Auto 8 grade (not pictured) sold for $59,780.
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and exhibits fine Americana and folk art in its museums.
Artisans for the Early American Craft Fair include Bob Schultz, Shaker Boxes; CountryBrooms, Broom Making; Daniel Strawser Jr., Woodcarving and Tramp Art; Designs by Grace, Canvas Floorcloths and Table Accessories; L.T. Short Folk Art, Fraktur and Decorative Painting; Oxenford’s Country Crafts & Things, Tole and Decorative Painting/Tinsmithing/Woodworking; River Rat Pottery, Redware; The Springerle House, Springerle Cookies, Handpainted
Ornaments, Cookie Molds; Cotton Critters, Spun Cotton Ornaments; Cynthia Baker, Handweaving; Debbie Jarrett, Sawdust Folk Art; Kennedy Redware, Historic Redware; Mary Calehuff Nodders, Papier-máché Nodders; Pennsylvania German Folk Art Papers, Star Craft, Block Printing, Egg Craft; Sarah Gilligan Folk Art, PA German Folk Art; Wilz Pottery, Pennsylvania Redware. Additional information about the craft fair, Historic Trappe, and its museums is available online at www. historictrappe.org, by calling 610-489-7560.
OHIO
02/21-22/2026, ColumbusSat 9 AM - 6 PM, Sun 10 AM - 4 PM, 717 East 17th Avenue, Scott Antique Markets
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PENNSYLVANIA
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03/13-14/2026, Oaks - Fri 10 AM - 6 PM, Sat 10 AM - 4 PM, 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, Antique & Collector Fair
03/01/2026, Wayne - Sun 9 AM - 2:30 PM, 1 PAL Drive, Wayne PAL Antiques & Collectibles Show
03/07-08/2026, Mauricetown - Fri 10am - 4pm & Sat 10am - 3pm, 9544 Noble Street, 52nd Annual Winter/Spring Antique Show
03/27-28/2026, Allendale - Fri 5pm - 9pm, Sat 10am - 4pm, 165 West Crescent Avenue, North Jersey Depression Glass Club Show & Sale
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03/29/2026, New Oxford - Sun 8 AM - 3PM, 200 West Golden Lane, New Oxford Antique Show
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MARYLAND
02/21/2026, Historic Frederick - Sat 9 AM, parzow auctions.com. 3 Auctioneers selling at once! Large coin collection, over 1,000 bottles of spirits, McDonald’s collectible toys & rare in-house displays, furniture, beer steins, cast iron, Christmas & more! Howard Parzow, Auctioneer
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02/21/2026, Ephrata - Sat 9 AM, horstauction.com. Winter tool sale. Planes, saws, edge tools, Cooper’s tools,
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02/27/2026, Chambersburg - Fri 1:30 PM, kennysauction. com. Furniture, jewelry, guns, antiques, art & more! Kenny’s Auction
02/28/2026, Myerstown - Sat 1 PM, Online only, kleinfelters. hibid.com. Coin collection. Kleinfelter‚‘s Auction, Inc. 02/28/2026, Ephrata - Sat. 10 am, Online Only, www. gehmanauctions.com. Gold, silver & bronze age comic book auction. Gehman Auctions
03/04/2026, Chester Heights - Wed 2 pm, wilsonsauction. net. 18c slant front desk, vintage toys, books, artwork, commercial poker machine, 1957 boxed Lionel train set & more! Wilson’s Auctioneers
03/07/2026, Columbia - Sat 8:30 AM & Online, auctionzip. com. #47259. A variety of central Pennsylvania milk, soda & beer bottles. David S. Brown Auction Service
03/07/2026, Dillsburg - Sat 9 am, www.haars.com. 50+ guns, 3 crossbows, bows, fishing items & more! Hardy’s Auction Service
03/07/2026, Orwigsburg - Saturday 10 am, www. auctiontimebidboard.com. Coins, jewelry, firearms, furniture, antique & vintage items, toys, video games, sports items, collectibles, instruments & more! Auction Time Bid Board
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This is a sawdust filled folk art bird by Debbie Jarrett.
A selection of work by Sarah Gilligan Folk Art.
Handpainted ornaments by The Springerle House.
Kelly McClain To Lead The Company’s Next Chapter
Hake’s Auctions, the nation’s longest-operating pop culture auction house, recently announced the promotion of Kelly McClain to the role of general manager. In this capacity, McClain will lead the company into its next chapter, building on a proud legacy that spans more than half a century.
McClain’s promotion follows the retirement of longtime employee Alex Winter,
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peso sold for $6,372, and a 1986 1-ounce fine gold American Eagle, $5,900.
A South African 1-ounce gold Krugerrand sold for $5,900. First minted in 1967, the South African Krugerrand was the world’s first 1-ounce
A 1-ounce fine gold panda coin realized $5,900.
who announced his departure in December after many years of dedicated service. As of the start of the new year, McClain officially stepped into his new role, bringing with him a deep knowledge of the auction industry and a passion for the business that has been cultivated over his many years with the company.
Since joining Hake’s Auctions in 2004, he has been an
gold coin. They are 22-karat gold bullion (92 percent with 8 percent copper alloy giving it the reddish hue and durability). Finally, a U.S. gold Eagles set went for $9,676. To learn more about this or upcoming sales, visit www. kleinfelters.hibid.com.
Rolled (400) 90-percent silver pre-1958 P Washington
for $5,428.
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integral part of the organization, most recently serving as consignment director. His strong relationships with consignors and his keen understanding of the industry have been vital in supporting the company’s continued growth and success.
“We are incredibly excited to have Kelly take on this leadership role,” said Steve Geppi, owner of Hake’s Auctions. “His
deep knowledge of our business and his genuine enthusiasm for what we do make him the ideal person to guide Hake’s into the future.”
Alex Winter, whose long tenure helped shape the company, expressed his full confidence in McClain’s leadership and vision: “Kelly grew up in the auction business and has spent nearly two decades helping build Hake’s into what it is
today. He lives and breathes collectibles, understands this industry inside and out, and truly believes in the Hake’s brand. He is the right person to carry forward the incredible legacy Ted Hake began in 1967.”
As general manager, he will oversee the day-to-day operations of Hake’s Auctions, ensuring that the company continues to thrive and innovate in an ever-evolving market. Under his leadership, Hake’s is poised to continue its tradition of excellence and remain a trusted name in the collectibles world.
The 14-karat gold four-piece Malachite jewelry set sold for $2,832.
14-karat gold wheat bangle sold for $2,478.
The 18-karat gold and diamond Dankner ladybug pin brought $1,888.
Quarters went
These pre-1964 90-percent silver Quarter rolls sold for $5,428.
Kelly John McClain is the newly appointed general manager of Hake’s Auctions in York, Pa.
Institute Releases Top Selling Vintage And Antique Trends
The Asheford Institute has officially released its 17th annual international survey of antique and decorative arts purchasing trends. Often regarded as a “bellwether” barometer for those working in the antique and vintage trades, the wide-ranging poll offers a data-driven framework of evolving industry trends over a 12-month period.
Drawing on insights from its network of students and alumni from around the world, the school’s annual survey provides strategic guidance for industry professionals working within the antique and vintage community. Lead researcher Tony Drew says the study’s true value stems from its focus on verifiable sales and direct consumer queries. “By analyzing actual shop-floor activity and specific client inquiries,” explained Drew, “we can identify emerging antique and vintage patterns within specific genres, enabling dealers to optimize their inventory for the coming fiscal year.”
Despite some early economic headwinds attributed to tariff-anxiety and interest rate unpredictability, Drew says that poll results indicate the decorative arts sector has shown surprising
Heritage
Post-war baseball stars also delivered standout performances. A 1968 Topps Nolan Ryan, Mets Rookie Stars #177 PSA Mint 9, realized $353,800. It is a record for the grade and a result reflecting sustained interest in high-grade examples of one of the most celebrated rookie cards of the modern era. The result was 2.5 times the previous record for a Mint 9 Ryan rookie. His popularity also brought a record $47,580 for a 1971 Topps Nolan Ryan #513 PSA Mint 9 and $43,920 for another example,
resilience over the last year. While tighter budgets and trade war fears initially sparked concern, Drew believes these issues ultimately drove consumers toward the resale market in search of value. “We saw this happening in 2024 with interest rates,” he said, “but it was even more amplified this year by tariff fears as many were clearly shopping ‘used’ instead of ‘new,’ due to escalating retail prices.” With “twinned” economic fears pushing consumers to the second-hand market, Drew said it wasn’t unexpected to see sales figures rising in a number of antique and vintage categories.
However, beneath the broader economic influences, survey respondents also made it clear that “affordability” wasn’t the only determining factor in consumers’ buying preferences. Senior school analyst Jennifer Mason, who worked compiling datasets for this year’s poll, says that while cost-consciousness may have initially pumped up the market, there’s no question that “on-point” antique and vintage trends are now dominating the decorative arts field. “We’re seeing a transition well beyond the bargain-hunting mentality,”
Continued from page 3 giving Heritage the top two results for the card in the same auction. Yet another record was set for the all-time strikeout king when a 1979 Topps Nolan Ryan #115 PSA Gem Mint 10 sold for $40,260, the most ever for a 1979 Topps card other than Ozzie Smith’s rookie card.
A 1973 Topps Willie Mays #305 PSA Gem Mint 10, one of just three graded at the highest level, finished at $146,400, a record for the grade and the most for any Mays card after 1961.
Other post-war cards that performed well included a 1975 Topps Robin Yount Rookie #223 PSA Gem Mint 10, from a population of just six that achieved $152,500, also a world record for the grade, and one of just three examples of a 1973 Topps Johnny Bench #380 PSA Gem Mint 10 that ended at a record $36,600. The auction featured the second installment of The Golden Age Collection, a remarkable assemblage of period-signed cards from the 1940s and 1950s that once again drew intense interest. Among the highlights were a period-signed 1950 Bowman Jackie Robinson #22 PSA VG 3, PSA/DNA Auto 9, that sold for $134,200, a record for a signed version
says Mason. “These buyers are now looking for decorative investments, and are more than willing to spend on some high-growth categories.”
Reflecting on the data, survey lead Tony Drew also noted that this year’s poll was defined more by unexpected market pivots and evolving collector priorities than a simple continuation of past trends. Drew observed that while the singular, focus on Mid-Century Modern is steadily losing its grip, “semi-modernist” aesthetics remain a powerful force in the industry. This is particularly evident in the enduring popularity of Art Deco and Art Nouveau, both of which Drew says continue to alternate top poll-positions as perennial dealer favorites.
However, the year also saw the emergence of younger collectors who introduced fresh categories to the charts, specifically vintage vinyl and the analog audio equipment required to amplify it. Perhaps the most surprising poll addition was the revived interest in an early 20th-century type of kitchenware, a niche that has not enjoyed widespread popularity since the 1980s. Ultimately, 2025 stood out as a
of the card, and a 1952 Topps Roy Campanella #314 PSA VG 3, PSA/DNA Auto 9, that brought the highest price ever for a signed Campanella card and the second-highest result for any card for the legendary Dodgers catcher: $106,750. A signed 1952 Bowman Mickey Mantle #101 PSA Poor 1, PSA/ DNA Auto 9, ended at $91,500, while a signed 1952 Bowman Willie Mays #218 PSA Good+ 2.5, PSA/DNA Auto 9 reached $30,500, a record for a signed version of the card, further emphasizing the strength of this tightly curated group, which reflects a lifelong pursuit by the original collector to meet players in person and preserve their autographs at the height of their careers.
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remarkably eclectic year for popular collecting trends. Drew says, “It was definitely a mix of younger and older buyers, but with some truly unusual niche categories making it onto the charts for the first time.”
For those wanting to view the complete line-up from this year’s survey of best-selling antique and vintage categories from 2025, including this year’s winners (and some surprising newcomers), you can find all the results on the institute’s website at www.asheford. com/2025-survey-results. For additional information about the Asheford Institute and its distance-learning program on antiques, vintage, appraising and the decorative arts, email info@asheford.com or call toll free at 877-444-4508.
from the Deadball Era and the early 20th century remained a focal point throughout the auction. A 1917 E135 Collins-McCarthy Babe Ruth (Blank Back) #147 SGC EX 5 realized $237,900, one of just two known examples and the only blankbacked specimen in the SGC population. Closely following was a 1916 Herpolsheimer Co. Babe Ruth Rookie #151 PSA Fair 1.5, one of only five examples in the PSA population, which finished at $231,800. Together, the results reaffirmed Ruth’s unmatched status in the hobby and the premium commanded by his rarest regional and early-career issues.
Another key result included the only example of a 1974 Yamakatsu New Japan Andre the Giant (Pro Wrestling-Winning Stamp) #25 PSA EX+ 5.5, issued during the wrestling legend’s formative years, selling for $24,400. Winning Stamp examples already are significantly scarcer than standard issues, the vast majority having been redeemed for prizes and consequently canceled, making surviving, unredeemed copies exceptionally rare. This result is a record price for the
entire set.
Beyond sports, the auction demonstrated continued enthusiasm for high-grade non-sports material. A 1940 R146 Leader Novelty Superman Near Set (34/36) that is ranked third all-time on the PSA Set Registry flew up, up and away to $128,100. The first true comic book superhero’s appeal took off in the late 1930s and quickly became a symbol of strength, justice and mass-market appeal. This offered 34-card near-set of PSAgraded cards captures vivid Golden Age artwork drawn directly from early comic issues and reflects the vibrant cross-promotion between candy makers and comic publishers at the time. With many cards lost to time due to their fragile
packaging and short-term distribution, surviving examples in this quantity are rare. Complete results can be found at www.HA.com/50082.
A 2006 Fleer Buyback Michael Jordan (1986 Fleer-Autograph) #57 PSA Authentic, Auto 10, realized $884,500. It is one of just 23 examples signed by Jordan in 2006, marking the 20th anniversary.
Selling for $47,580, this is a new record for a 1971 Topps Nolan Ryan #513 PSA Mint 9.
The 1979 Topps Nolan Ryan #115 PSA Gem Mint 10 sold for $40,260, the most ever for a 1979 Topps card other than Ozzie Smith’s rookie card.
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of a 1973 Topps Johnny Bench #380 PSA Gem Mint 10, this card ended at a record $36,600.
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was a saddler located across the street from the OK Corral at the time of the famous fight in 1881. Any of Patton’s marked cowboy leather pieces are quite rare and desirable in any condition, let alone an example surviving this nice.
The Las Vegas Antique Arms Show brought together hundreds of leading exhibitors belt made by John Patton of Tombstone, Arizona Territory, a seldom-seen maker in the antique gun leather collecting world, got strapped to a new waist for $16,800. Patton
from across the country, while the Las Vegas Old West and Native American Art Show offered the finest authentic Western art, artifacts and collectibles for public sale. The mix of vintage and contemporary Western and Native American material was beautifully displayed across hundreds of exhibit tables, with items that included pottery, baskets, bits, textiles, spurs, jewelry, Western and Native American art, kachinas, saddles, antique firearms, rare artifacts, and more.
For more information, email info@morphyauctions. com or visit www.morphy auctions.com.
All images courtesy of Morphy Auctions.
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ANTIQUE/COLLECTIBLES: 1890 Bible, War Ration Books, Jewelry Boxes, Old Stuffed Animals, Vintage Trash Can, Lancaster Cast Iron Pan, Old 45 Records, Vintage Tins, Cat’s Meow’s, Dualit toaster, Boxed Silver Silverware Set, Pocket Knives, Curit Salt & Pepper Set, Scottie Candy Molds, Misc. Jugs, Small Vintage Washboard, Antique Razors, “White” Sewing Machine, Vintage Trunk, Matchbox Cars (including at least 2 Redline Models), GI Joe Items, Lego Sets, Ventriloquist Doll, Pyrex Bowls, Vintage Children’s Books, Yearbooks, Ceramic Christmas Tree, Dutchmaid Wooden crates and more.
HOUSEHOLD ITEMS/TOOLS: Lamps, Blankets, Quilts, Candles, Ball Jars & Canning Supplies, Toolbox, Misc. Screws and Hardware, Multiple Flat Screen TVs (20” & 32”), Kenmore Upright Vacuum, Sanyo Small Refrigerator, Miscellaneous Bedding, Box of Bullets, Wheelchair, Coolers, Various Baking ware, Miscellaneous Glassware, Playing Cards, Various Pictures, Shop Vac. Sun Catchers, Sled, Christmas Items (Tree, Lights, etc.), Various Books, Craftsman Riding Mower and more.
FURNITURE: Oak Bedroom Suite with 2 Dressers (one with a mirror), End Tables, Vintage Bedroom Suite (Oak), Cedar Chest, Computer Desk, Computer Chair, Sofa, Miscellaneous Chairs, Washstand, 2 Recliners, China Closet Hutch, Dining Room Table with fold-down sides, Regular Dining Room Table, Oversized Chair, Quilt Rack, Sofa, Various Chairs, and more. 10% down,
Show Season Right Around The Corner
By Karl Pass
March is a busy month for shows, especially in southeastern Pennsylvania. Here is a short rundown of a few taking place in the month. Monitor the paper’s show calendar for more.
On Saturday and Sunday, March 7 and 8, is the 17th annual Governor Wolf Historical Society Show in Bath, Pa. For details, call 610-837-9015. The Chestnut Street Antiques Show and Sale is a one-day show on March 7 at the Christ Church of Bath, UCC, a short distance from the Gov. Wolf show. To learn more, call 610-390-3276.
The next weekend, on Friday and Saturday, March 13 and 14, is the Antique & Collector Fair (formally Antiques at Kimberton). The show will be in Halls D and E of the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, Pa. For more, call 610-9833535 or email Info@AC-Fair. com. The same weekend, not in the region, but a quality show, the Hudson Show takes place Saturday and Sunday, March 14 and 15, in Canfield, Ohio. Email Steve and Bill Sherhag for details at
sherhag@gmail.com or call 330-207-2196.
The very popular Elverson Antique Show is Saturday and Sunday, March 21 and 22, at the Honey Brook Elementary Center in Honey Brook, Pa. Readers can find out more by visiting www.elverson antiqueshow.com or calling 707-310-4488.
On the last weekend of the month will be the New Oxford Antique Show, held Sunday, March 29, now owned by Sherry Wise of Zelma’s Emporium. A popular one-day event inside the Social Club Pavilion in New Oxford, Pa., interesting discoveries always surface at this event. For further info, visit www.ZelmasEmporium.com.
Again, this is just a short list for March. There are others. Check out each issue to learn more. Some exciting new shows are lined up for later in the spring.
A bronze sculpture by Harry Jackson (American, 1924-2011), titled “Plantin,’” depicting a group of cowboys grouped around a makeshift grave as they bury a fallen comrade, sold for $22,800.
The U.S. Cavalry model Colt Single Action Army revolver with officer’s field desk ensemble, serial #4812 and Ainsworth-inspected, part of an outstanding militaria grouping, sold for $39,360.
A ca. 1880s .45 cartridge belt made by John Patton of Tombstone, Arizona Territory, a seldom seen maker in the antique gun leather collecting world, sold for $16,800.
A large-format announcement poster for Buffalo Bill and his Rough Riders in Belgium, featuring a dynamic bucking bronco and cowboy in woolly chaps, sold for $20,910.
The ca. 1902 framed poster for “Buffalo Bill’s Wild West and Congress and Rough Riders of the World,” measuring 31.25 by 45.25 inches, sold for $49,200.
HUNDREDS OF HUMAN AND ANATOMICAL BONES, MEDICAL DISPLAYS, ANTIQUE MEDICAL BOTTLES AND EQUIPMENT, A GREAT COLLECTION OF HUMAN SKULLS AND FETAL SKULLS AND SKULL FRAGMENTS, MANY SMALL TO LARGE PIECES OF TAXIDERMY - LARGE AFRICAN ANTELOPES, PHEASANTS, A TURKEY, A WARTHOG, FISH, BEAR RUGS AND SKULLS AND OTHERS. INSECTS, STRANGE PIECES TO FRIGHTEN AND OTHERS TO CAPTURE YOUR INTEREST. A VAST ARRAY OF PIECES MOST NEW TO THE MARKET.
FOR THOSE RESELLERS AND COLLECTORS WHO ATTEND WE WILL HAVE MANY OFF CATALOG, IN-HOUSE PIECES TO START THE AUCTION FOLLOWED BY THE ONLINE AUCTION. ALSO WE HAVE A NEW ATTRACTION! SOME OF THE BEST THAI FOOD NOW BEING SOLD RIGHT IN FRONT OF THE AUCTION HOUSE. YOU JUST HAVE TO TRY THERE HOMEMADE THAI FOOD. ITS TOP NOTCH AND THE LOCAL COMMUNITY IS ALREADY ENJOYING THIS GREAT FOOD. SO COME AND ENJOY THE AUCTION THE
52nd Annual Winter/Spring Antique Show
Mauricetown Fire Hall
9544 Noble Street
Located in “Historical” Mauricetown, New Jersey 08329
8 miles South of Millville, New Jersey *Off Route 47
Saturday, March 7th, 2026 - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Sunday, March 8th, 2026 - 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
40 Booths of Selected Dealers
All Proceeds go to The Mauricetown Fire Co.
1506 Centre Turnpike, Orwigsburg, PA 17961
COINS: Key Dates: 1856 Flying Eagle Cent (ANACS F-12), 1877 Indian Cent (ANACS AG-3), 1909S Indian Cent (ANACS G-6), 1885 V Nickel (ANACS FR-2), 1877 Proof Shield Nickel (PR-62); 1794 Liberty Cap Cent (Flat Pole), 1805 Draped Bust Quarter (Holed), Dozens of Morgan Dollars, Many Silver Eagles, Barber & WL Halves, Mint Sets incl. 1957, Proof Sets incl. 1962, Error Coins, JEWELRY: 10 & 14K Rings incl. Gemstone, Bracelets; Much Sterling. Hundreds of Costume Lots incl. Estate and Tray Lots. FIREARMS: Savage 308 Rifle, Marlin 883 .22mag Rifle, JC Higgins 22cal Rifle, Trustworthy 410 Shotgun, Topper Mod 158 H&R .410 Shotgun, Hawkens 50cal Rifle; Ammo, Reloading. FURNITURE: Oak Corner Cabinet, Oak Mission Table, Sofas & Recliners incl. Leather, PA House Uph. Chair & Ottoman, Marble Top Table, Cedar Chests, Stainless Carts, Metal Cabinets. ANTIQUE/ VINTAGE: Coats Spool Cabinet, Feather Hats, Trunks, GWTW Lamps, Art Glass, Fiesta, Depression Glass, Christmas Decorations, Postcards incl. Marilyn Monroe, German Papier-Maché Figural Candy Containers, Stereoview Cards, Pyrex. TOYS: Trains incl. Lionel 292 Outfit with Box & Lionel ZW, HO & N Scale Trains, (19) Early 80’s Hot Wheels Mint on Card, Many Board Games, AD&D Player Supplement Books, Dozens of Vintage Barbie Dolls in Package, 1980’s Lunchboxes. VIDEO GAMES: Consoles: Genesis, PSone, Wii, Game Boy Advance, PS2; Games: Genesis, Xbox, PS2, PS3, PS4. SPORTS: 1950’s+ Baseball Cards incl. 51 Berk Ross, 55 Bowman Rizzuto & Matthews, Autographed Hank Aaron Sports Illustrated. COLLECTIBLES: NASCAR Diecasts incl. Many Dale Earnhardt, Non-Sports Cards incl. Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering & 1961 Nu-Cards Horror Monster Cards, Temptations, Longaberge® Baskets, Magazines incl. Playboys, Dept 56, Disney Snowglobes, Wizard of Oz Collection. INSTRUMENTS: 1960’s Douglas Italian Parlor Guitar, Trumpet, Saxophone, Violins, Clarinet, Flute, Harmomicas, Drums. OTHER ITEMS: Mattress Sets, Power Tools, Building Materials incl. Lumber, Doors & Windows, Exercise Equipment, Wheelchairs, Hunting & Fishing, Deer Mounts, Bicycles, Appliances incl. Washers, Dryers & Stoves; Belt Buckles, Fossils, Geodes.
Featuring: 18c Slant Front Desk, Inlaid Chippendale Mirror, Early One Drawer Shaving Mirror, Early Phila. Chippendale Lowboy, Collection of Vintage Lighters (Zippo, Ronson), Vintage Toys to include: Smith Miller Mack Arial Ladder Fire Truck No. 3, Marx
U.S. Mobile Guided Missle Truck, Marx Lumar U.S. Army Carrier Transport, Sructo Grader; Stamp Collection, Oriental Rugs, Cut Crystal, Dolls incl. Madame Alaxendar, German Bisque, etc.; Tama Drum Set, Rockola Jukebox, Two Rare Aelian Pianolas
“Themodist” c. 1905, Plenty of Artwork: Oil Paintings, Watercolors, Antique Etchings, 1898 Battle of Manila Xanthus Smith Chromo Lithograph, Walnut Paw Foot Bowfront China Cabinet, 1930 Basketball Team Photo, Hundreds of Books incl. “The Queens of England” 8 Vols. 1852, Folio Society Collection of the Franklin Mints Antique Reference Library, Maritime WWII; Commercial Poker Machine Dollar Mechanism, Quantity of Trains HO w/accessories, Plasticville, etc., 45 & 78 Records, & much more!
