Auction Resources for Vintage Toys, Games, and Collectibles
A curated selection of known and reputable auction houses specializing in vintage toys, games, movie props, and memorabilia.
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Practical tips to preserve Vintage Toys and Games
Whether you collect board games, action figures, or well-played favourites from your childhood, proper care makes a measurable difference in how vintage toys age.
Red-Flag Phrases to watch for in Vintage Toy & Game Listings
Not every listing tells the full story. Here are common red-flag phrases to watch for when buying vintage toys and games online.
Common Acronyms for Buying and Selling Vintage Toys and Games
Buying or selling vintage toys and games on auction sites often means navigating a shorthand language collectors have been using for decades.
The Art of Acquiring: Four Considerations When Buying a Collection
Collector Jody Day offers four considerations when buying an established collection of objects.
IKEA Hacks for Toy Storage and Display: Clever Solutions for Organized Playrooms
Jules Yap of the IKEA Hackers website shares clever hacks for toy storage and display using IKEA furniture.
Divesting a Collection: Finding a New Home for Your Objects
Nicolas Ricketts of The Strong shares his guidance on how to go about donating a collection of objects to a cultural institution.
Why, What, How: Cataloguing A Collection
Cataloging a collection can be complex. These three considerations will help you get started on the right note.
Time to Sell: The Ins and Outs of Auctioning a Collection
Collector and author Shaun Markey provides the inside scoop on the experience of auctioning off a collection.
Establishing a Collection Worthy of a Guinness World Record
Deb Hoffmann — collector and author — shares her experience establishing a Guinness World Record for her Winnie the Pooh and Friends collection.