During a recent visit, my brother and sister had an argument. Voices were raised. Both were defiant. The source of their disagreement: how many items are needed to constitute a “collection”? My ...

I first started paying attention to vintage tools after finding an old hand plane at a local flea market. It wasn't expensive, and honestly, I bought it mostly because it looked interesting. After ...

Collectors shared their passion for gathering guitars, vintage toy cars and quirky items in this 1996 feature. Somewhere between *** player piano and *** modern jukebox, this 100 year old banjo ...

What makes a book rare? Historically, books in great demand can gain this golden status through scarcity, condition, and even association with famous former owners. Other characteristics, such as ...

It doesn't necessarily take a lot of money to start collecting rare coins, but it does take the right strategy. Starting your collection with $50 requires a combination of knowledge, patience, ...

With 20 Guinness World Records and a collection valued at over $150 million, one man sees himself as a caretaker for the world’s most priceless liquid history. Mr. Nguyễn Đình Tuấn Việt has achieved ...

Stocking your home bar can be a lot of fun, and collecting rare bourbons can be doubly fun. For anyone who loves the thrill of the chase, we've got some thoughts on some of the best bourbons to keep ...