Rare vs. Hype
In the fast-paced world of collecting, it’s easy to be swept away by social media trends, influencer shoutouts, and skyrocketing prices for “hot” items. But there’s a crucial diffe...
For decades, collectors were taught to focus on two primary things: condition and rarity. If an item was rare and well-preserved, its value was assumed to speak for itself. But today’s collecting...
Every collector dreams of owning pieces that last a lifetime — or even several lifetimes. Yet, many don’t realize that the greatest threat to their treasures isn’t a clumsy accident or theft. It’...
