Paintings, sculptures, coins, books and furniture were all collected in ancient times. It was not until the late 19th century that oddities and mementos of everyday life were seriously collected. Today there is added interest in collectibles related to work…
Modern and sleek is the look for today's office. In Victorian times, ornate and elaborate was the style. The huge carved and inlaid Victorian desk was the center of interest in the boss's office. Chairs had carved trim on the…
Have you noticed how many cutesy stores today are using antique cash registers? We've even seen fancy old brass registers in small stores that aren't so cutesy. The old registers don't scan bar codes or digitally link to a server,…
Q: I have an old registering bank shaped like a cash register. It takes only nickels and counts to a total of $10 before it opens. It's marked 'Durable Toy & Novelty Co., Office in NYC, Factory in Cleveland, O.'…
Although a consignment shop does not get high prices for antiques and collectibles, it is useful as a way to sell other things when you move or have to clean out an estate. We picked up some great tips on…
Q:I am interested in learning the year my old brass NCR cash register was made and what it's worth. It's a Model 356G. The first patent date is May 23, 1893, and the last is Aug. 30, 1910. The serial…