by: Ben Tseytlin - on Vintage & Luxury Watches
1987 Rolex Datejust 16013

This Rolex Datejust watch is considered a 1980s icon, especially the 16013 model. Its famous champagne dial combined with the dual tone makes it sought after by watch collectors, and it makes a wonderful gift.

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by: Ben Tseytlin - on Coins & Currency
Currency Pack Grading

PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service) is now offering pack grading along with newer holders for smaller sized currency notes. Below is a discussion of why they’ve done this and the benefits it will provide to customers.

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by: Ben Tseytlin - on Gold & Bullion
Oxidized Sterling Silver

Oxidized silver involves a process where jewelers will give sterling a darkened patina. This provides the jewelry with an antique appearance that many people find endearing. Below is an overview of how this process is done and the benefits of doing it.

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by: Ben Tseytlin - on Coins & Currency
Private Gold Mints

While most expert and amateur coin collectors are familiar with major institutions such as the Royal Canadian Mint and U.S. Mint, for long periods of time gold coins were actually struck at private mints, and these institutions still exist today.

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by: Ben Tseytlin - on Antiques & Jewelry
Judith Leiber

Judith Leiber jewelry is famous for its ability to provide a glamorous touch. Her collection often features extravagant items such as refined cluster earrings, cocktail crystal rings, enamel cuffed bracelets and elegant brooches.

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by: Ben Tseytlin - on Coins & Currency
Dual Serial Numerical Currency

While most banknotes are created properly and without incident, there are times when errors can occur, and such notes have become quite popular among currency collectors, so much so that these notes can fetch fantastic prices. One of the rarest is dual serial numerical currency errors.

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