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Can you imagine owning a signed first edition of Lee’s debut and only novel, To Kill a Mockingbird signed “with best wishes Harper Lee”? Or a limited edition of Hemingway's second novel, A Farewell to Arms, one of 510 numbered...
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In the 1960s, 70s and 80s hidden messages on vinyl music records caused quite some commotion. So-called satanic messages in songs like 'Stairway to Heaven' by Led Zeppelin, which could be heard when played backwards, were believed to persuade youngsters...
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Have you ever come across an antique book and wondered if it could be worth a fortune? There are a number of factors which make books valuable. It’s important to remember that ‘old’ doesn’t automatically mean ‘rare’. Books are a...
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Many people would love to bring a slice of Hollywood into their homes and what better way to do so than with a piece of genuine movie memorabilia? Only in the 1970s did movie studios catch on to the idea...
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Brexit. Negotiations between Great Britain and the EU begin. What will it be? A hard or a soft exit? And what are the concrete consequences for the economy, trade and the people on the island? This is being discussed right...
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Wristwatches are statement pieces that communicate your personality and sense of style. From a gold plated Rolex to a vintage Cartier, a wristwatch tells more than just the time. Although there are many watches available on the market, there is...
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Female rulers may not have been commonplace, however they were also not unheard of in Byzantium and they had a uniquely powerful position. Although many wives, daughters, sisters or female relatives of ruling emperors are known to have been influential...
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One of the best music albums of all time is Thriller by Michael Jackson (1982), and the 14-minute music video (1983) he made for the 'Thriller' single was the cherry on top. What is the story behind this legendary video...
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Auctions have always been important in the classic car market. From niche hobby vehicles, classic cars have turned into important investment objects over the past 20 years. Values have risen, sometimes sharply, but there have also been declines. Auction houses...
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Over the past twenty years collecting watches has become a sport for many; more and more people collect and we spend more and more money doing so. It starts with just one, but before you know it you're addicted to...
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Jewellery trends are forever changing and it is often difficult to keep up. From hoops to pearls and everything in between, how do we know which trend to follow? This year has seen some of the most courageous designs hit...
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If you love art and antiques, and you are looking to start a new collection, Chinese porcelain is a good choice. In this Catawiki story we tell you why that is, and what kinds of porcelain you should look out...
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With so many great lots in our weekly Antiques auctions, we’ve been feeling a bit nostalgic here at Catawiki. In celebration of the good ole days, we’ve put together a list of 10 items that used to be commonplace in...
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Rolex Oyster was the first waterproof and dustproof wristwatch, let's take a look at how it changed the watch industry forever.
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When nearly 1000 books are bought and sold every week on Catawiki, you can imagine that we've seen some truly spectacular treasures. Some are amazing because of this rarity or historical value, and some achieved impressive winning bids. Have a...