The art business is not as regulated as many other industries. Anyone can call themselves an artist or art dealer and put whatever price they wish on a piece of art. One dealer might price a piece of art at $2,000 while another dealer prices it at $40,000. A...
It can be hard to tell which clothes are truly vintage and which are just reproductions of older styles. Fortunately, we have a few tricks up our sleeves to help you distinguish between real and fake vintage clothes.
Read More »
If you are an old comic book fan looking to sell, or an amateur who came into possession of vintage comics, we’ve got you covered. This article covers how to tell if your comic books are worth a lot of money.
Read More »
The two most important things to think about when considering selling estate jewelry under auction consignment are how the process works and which jewelry sells. We’ll walk you through the most popular styles, materials, and eras of jewelry and guide you through how auction consignment works.
Read More »
If you are unsure of the value or origin of your item, you may wish to have it appraised. Some auction companies have in-house appraisers who can help determine the value of the item(s) you are selling. Others may be able to recommend an appraiser.
Read More »
At Fruitcocktail Collectables, we can help you determine whether an auction is right for you or whether it makes more sense to choose another sales method, like an estate sale or consignment.
Read More »