History Through Antiques

PRR Stock Certificate

1924 Pennsylvania Railroad Stock Certificate

May 21, 2024 No Comments

In 1924, Pennsylvania Rail Road Stock shares saw a low of $42.25 and a high of $50.00. So, at the very least, the shares reflected

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Wanamakers 1924

1924 Wanamakers (Philadelphia) Illustrated Guide

March 27, 2024 No Comments

Wanamaker’s department store, a pioneer in American retail, has a rich history deeply rooted in Philadelphia. Founded in 1861 by John Wanamaker, it wasn’t just

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Baldwin Locomotive

1924 Baldwin Locomotives Magazine

March 27, 2024 No Comments

The Rise and Fall of Baldwin Locomotives in Philadelphia Philadelphia has a long and rich industrial history, and few companies are as emblematic of that

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1924 Philadelphia Mint $1 Silver Peace Dollar PCGS MS67 gem graded PQ Approved CAC certified coin

March 25, 2024 No Comments

$13,975 Why is it so expensive? High Grade: MS67 indicates a near-flawless coin according to the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) standards. This signifies exceptional preservation

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Atwater Kent Breadboard

Atwater Kent 1924 4340 Breadboard Radio

March 25, 2024 No Comments

The golden age of radio crackled to life in the early 20th century, forever changing how we received news and entertainment. At the forefront of

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