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Celebrity Updates—Cashing in on Rock ‘n’ Roll Memorabilia

Celebrity auctions intrigue me. Not so much because of the items that are up for sale (though it is interesting to see what celebs consider “safe” to part with), but what I find so astounding is how much some die-hard fans are willing to fork over for an item previously owned by someone they likely have never met. In a previous blog I previewed an auction Christie’s was running featuring rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia from some of the hottest bands of the 1960s and ’70s. Most of the items were non descript and unpretentious, such as used T-shirts, sweaters and … Continue reading →

Bidding On Pop Culture Memorabilia—-Do You Have What It Takes?

Attention pop culture memorabilia collectors: time to dig deep for a good cause. Well, at least in the case of this next item up for bid. The Tonight Show’s decision to redecorate was the impetus for host Jay Leno’s donation to a friend’s community group. The legendary talk show’s old furniture was on its way to a storage container, but now it can sit in your living room… if the price is right. Leno decided the furniture should be auctioned online and the proceeds be donated to Bailey’s Cafe, a New York-based educational and cultural organization. You have until 7 … Continue reading →

My Two Favorite eBay Finds

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I have sold items on eBay for several years now. I was fortunate enough to live down the street from a video store that got rid of their old VHS tapes for $2 each. I was able to find a lot of out of print VHS tapes that way and some sold for as much as $20 on eBay. But, I have my two favorite eBay success stories that I love to tell to other people. These great finds cost a total of $1, yet brought in over $500 on eBay. After my mother died, I grew up in my … Continue reading →