A Brief History of Baseball Cards
December 20, 2022
Baseball cards, which started as an advertising tool to sell baseball equipment, are now a multi-million dollar industry. But they have humble origins.
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A Brief History of Stamp Collecting
November 28, 2022
Stamp collecting offers a window into the past, reflecting times of feast, famine, war and peace. At one point, 10% of the US population collected stamps.
A Brief History of Urban Art in Five Artists
November 16, 2022
Unencumbered by gallery walls, opening times, and entrance fees, urban art has been illuminating the lives of ordinary people for over 2,000 years.
Antique Mirrors: A Brief Social History of Mirrors
November 17, 2021
The Countess de Fiesque traded a whole wheat farm for a Venetian mirror, and considered it a bargain. Learn about the social history of the antique mirror.
A Brief History of US Dollar Coins
September 13, 2021
Read about the history of the US dollar coin, discover some of the most valuable versions, while also exploring some of the factors that make a US dollar coin worthy of collecting.
Indian Art and Its Vibrant History
April 17, 2019
Indian art has a rich and vibrant history. Understand how Indian painting, architecture, and sculpture have evolved due to historical and cultural influences over time.
