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Over the last 10 years the market for collectible design pieces has exploded. Investing in a mix of museum-worthy design items, expertly crafted with long lasting materials, has fast become a plausible asset, especially if you can acquire an original...
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Do you remember the shoulder pads, leg warmers and big hair of the 80s? The 80s was a decade for high fashion, eclectic music, and some very memorable and frankly very cool toys. But did you know - there are...
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The Citroën 2CV has achieved cult classic status today and is arguably the most iconic and best recognised car to come out of France. But how did the 2CV come into existence and what is it that makes theses cars...
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The holiday season would not be complete without some festive fun, so why not make things even more exciting by playing some wine games this year? Believe it or not, there are many games you can play with wine that...
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Own an old banknote? Or looking to invest in the right one? Our banknotes expert, Hans Seems, is here to help. He advises that if you have a rare banknote in mint condition, it’s always going to increase in value...
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Forget about investing in stocks, houses or gold. Investing in art can be much more fun and very profitable when you know what you are doing. It may seem a bit challenging at first, because the value of art is...
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Harness your inner Marie Kondo and read about why now is the time to invest in minimalist mid-century modern furniture.
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It's been more than fifty years since the Aston Martin became a worldwide symbol for style and sophistication thanks to its prominent appearance in the 1964 James Bond Film 'Goldfinger'. And still today, the British luxury car is the ultimate...
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They say diamonds are forever. This goes for watches as well. Even though nowadays most people check their phones to tell time, the watch won’t leave the wrist. Classic timepieces are timeless and will never go out of style. Keep...
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Taking it easy after a life of rock ‘n roll? Not if it’s up to the superstars on this list. They started out as young boys and never left the stage (at least not permanently). After more than fifty years...
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Here at Catawiki, we’re always proud to celebrate the memory of musicians and actors who have passed and to help fans around the world feel closer to the ones we’ve lost. That’s why we’re very happy to be hosting a...
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Have you heard of Brown Bank, the land of fossils? It’s the location where many of the Pleistocene fossils in our Mammoth and Ice Age auction come from, including a very impressive and completely intact mammoth which was sold on...
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When you think of traditional Christmas gifts, what comes to mind? Perhaps old-school boardgames or a classic rocking horse? Here at Catawiki we have seen a growing trend for traditional toys in recent years. From retro video games to tin...
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A cork gives a bottle of wine character and prestige; a screw cap is much easier to open. We all have our preferences, but which is better? Discover the pros and cons of corks and caps and decide for yourself...
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Looking for some old-school and nostalgic Christmas inspiration? A vintage toy can be an amazing gift idea for anyone who’s fun-loving and young at heart - no matter their age! So it’s time to get into the Christmas spirit and...