The year 2021 has been busy for watchmakers who are eager to launch themselves into uncharted sales records. Collectors Dashboard explored the post pandemic watch market and the adaptations in a previous […]
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Pappy Van Winkle Plays Second Fiddle to Macallan in London Auction
Pappy Van Winkle is perhaps the most American brand of Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Americans use the ‘e’ in whiskey instead of the “whisky” that is meant to pertain to Scotch. A […]
Star Wars & Star Trek Toy Auction Features Boba Fett Kenner Figure
Whether you prefer Star Wars over Star Trek, or vice versa, is an age old argument. Some fans like both almost equally, but collectors who want to own toys, cards or other […]
The 20 Most Valuable Pennies in Numismatics
You have probably heard legend and lore about people finding hundreds or thousands of dollars in their change pile at home. The reality is that it is possible to find very rare […]
Would You Rather: Own a $10,000 Bill or Get $100,000 in Cash?
There are a good number of rhetorical questions to ask when valuing high-end collectibles versus a mountain of cash or other assets. One that comes to mind is what you should do […]
Hoard of $2.50 Gold Coins Up For Grabs
More beautiful and historic gold coins are coming up for auction. The Redding collection is made up of 197 Quarter Eagle gold coins and Heritage Auctions is the auction house running the […]
Spider-Man Movie Costume and Many Movie Props Up For Auction
Spider-Man’s first appearance in Amazing Fantasy #15 is now the most valuable comic book in the world. Collectors Dashboard has previously written about the exciting ripple nature in both prices of comics […]
Shipwreck Treasures of Summer 2021 Bring New Artifacts for Collectors
Not all treasure comes from shipwrecks. Some, like the cache of 45 Roman gold coins that made international news were found by armature free divers on vacation in Spain. Eight coins found […]
Warren Buffett Sees the 2021 Luxury Watch Market Quite Robust
What could be more fitting for luxury homes and goods outlook than the Global Luxury Landscape 2021? This is the title of an annual report by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices with an outlook […]
Taking a Bite of Blade’s First Comic Appearance in Tomb of Dracula
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has long discussed a new reboot of the Blade movies. This is a film series, originally starring Wesley Snipes as the vampire hunter, performed rather well for their […]
Why Spider-Man Comic Books Are Blowing Up Even in Low Grades
Collectors Dashboard has been unable to not focus on all the news around Spider-Man. With the upcoming Spider-Man: No Way Home, the first appearance of Spider-Man in the Amazing Fantasy #15 just […]
As Summer Ends, Time to Build Up Your Fine Wine Collection!
The final days of Summer weather are upon us. This means it is high time to enjoy some fine wine. Whether you want to enjoy some fine wine as a collector or […]
Fractional Ownership for the World’s Most Valuable Stamp
“It’s nearly ready” is what was sent out as an update referencing the most valuable stamp in the world. Stanley Gibbons, the newest owner of the one-of-a-kind $8.3 million One Cent Magenta […]
Why Invest in Stocks When You Can Invest in Real Dinosaurs?
The worlds of investing and collectibles just are not what they used to be. Rather than buying stocks or bonds, did you know you can invest in real dinosaurs? Well, their fossilized […]
Sylvester Stallone Memorabilia Collection Up for Grabs
Sylvester Stallone is alive and well and so are his collectibles. Julien’s Auctions will sell property from the life and career of Sylvester Stallone December 5th 2021 in Beverly Hills, California. Several […]
Are There Too Many Black Lotus Cards Up For Sale and Auction?
Collectors who know nothing about Magic: The Gathering still likely know the game’s most valuable card. The Black Lotus is the most powerful MTG card, and it will break the bank in […]
Will Kennedy Half Dollar Coins Rise in Value?
What happens when old discontinued coins get brought back to life? That is what coin collectors may get to find out about the old Kennedy Half Dollar coins in 2021 and into […]
The Most Expensive Private Modern Art Collection Ever — The Macklowe Collection by Sotheby’s
There are art collections, and there are ART COLLECTIONS! The Macklowe Collection is the most valuable private art collection that has come to sale since the Rockefeller estate in 2018. Sotheby’s is […]
Early U.S. Proof Coins Auction Worth Paying Attention To
Bidding has opened up for Heritage Auctions October 4th (2021) Toro Collection. The U.S. coins showcase has many seldom seen examples of early types of U.S. coinage. This collection’s focus is on […]
History Is Catching Up With Barry Bonds Rookie Cards
Barry Bonds is an iconic sports legend. Having the all-time home run record for Major League Baseball just doesn’t mean as much after the his performance enhancing drugs (PED) scandal. What is […]