History Through Antiques

Parker Big Red and Ad

1924 Parker Introduces Duofold – Prized Now More Than Ever

April 6, 2024 No Comments

A Legacy of Quality: The Parker Pen Company Founded by George Safford Parker, the Parker Pen Company had built a reputation for excellence. Their 1908

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Rolex Watch and History

Rolex Ladies White Gold Diamond Wristwatch, 1924 – Sold For $12,685

April 6, 2024 No Comments

A Brief History of Rolex Watches Foundation (1905): Hans Wilsdorf, along with his brother-in-law Alfred Davis, founded the company in London under the name “Wilsdorf

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Map of Los Angeles and Youtube

1924 Map Of Los Angeles – Courtesy Of Bekins Moving

April 3, 2024 No Comments

L.A. on Fire: A Look at the Roaring Twenties in Los Angeles Los Angeles. The City of Angels. Today, it conjures up images of Hollywood

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Rhapsody in Blue Feature

PAUL WHITEMAN -GEORGE GERSHWIN “Rhapsody In Blue” 1924 original Victor 78 RPM

April 3, 2024 No Comments

A musical revolution was about to unfold on February 12th, 1924, in New York City at Aeolian Hall. A young composer named George Gershwin sat at

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Gold Medal and Hockey

Gold Medal 1924 (First Ever) Winter Olympics – $45,000

April 1, 2024 No Comments

The First Ever Winter Olympics in 1924 The roar of the crowd isn’t quite there yet, but a different kind of excitement fills the crisp

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1924 Democratic Convention (103 Ballots) Delegate Badge

April 1, 2024 No Comments

Lori Ferber Presidential Collectibles The 1924 Democratic National Convention was held from June 24 to July 9, 1924, at the Madison Square Garden in New

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1924 Senators Fob and Newspaper

1924 Washington Senators Presentational Watch Fob – Sold For $16,000

April 1, 2024 No Comments

From Worst to First: The Unforgettable 1924 Washington Senators (The Original Ones) Arguably one of the worst teams in the history of baseball, the Washington

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Bruins Shirt and Boston Globe

Boston Bruins 1924 Inaugural Season Sweater – Sold for $27K

March 27, 2024 No Comments

1924-25 Boston Bruins Game Worn Sweater from First NHL Season. One of the most historically important and desirable hockey artifacts ever to reach the public

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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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