The Magic of Clarice Cliff

The 20th-century British ceramic artist Clarice Cliff (1899–1972) has always commanded good prices for her colorful prewar pottery. That was certainly also the case at a recent Ripley auction in Indianapolis. Of particular interest were two pieces from Cliff’s famous Art Deco-inspired Bizarre line. Initially conceived in 1927 and produced until 1936, this line employed bold hues […]

Judy Lee Sunflower Pin

Q: I inherited this vintage sunflower pin from my grandmother. It’s marked “Judy Lee.” What is it worth? A: Judy Lee jewelry was made by Blanch-ette, Inc., of Chicago. The company was founded by Blanche Viano in 1949. Later, her husband, Aldo, became general manager of the company. In 1958 the company introduced a line […]

Declutter for Fun and Profit

Dear Lee: We get calls from friends and readers all the time asking what to do with items that their families don’t want or need any longer. The good news is that decluttering can present an opportunity for profit.  Remember, when you go to sell household goods, time is money. The more time you are […]

Kovels’ Top Six News Stories of 2022

Kovels’ readers know: Garage sale finds, items tucked away in drawers and attics, and thrift stores are the greatest source of surprisingly valuable finds. Here are our website readers’ favorite finds in 2022.  Click through to enjoy again tales of unexpected finds and some amazing sales of those treasures.  The first two stories were published […]