Entries by Jasper52

Life’s former necessities surface in antiquities auction May 9

Many necessities of life in ancient times are offered in a Jasper52 Antiquities and Ancient online auction to be held Wednesday, May 9. Rare objects from ancient Egypt, Rome, Greece and beyond will be up for bid. The selection includes sculptures, amulets, figures, vessels and weapons. View the auction. Learn more about the auction on […]

How to Preserve Antique Maps

“Maps are a universal medium for communication, easily understood and appreciated by most people, regardless of language or culture,” said revered American geologist Daniel F. Merriam. Throughout the history of humanity people have been going to or coming from some place. It’s a shared experience, if not physically, certainly intellectually. In some cases, that shared […]

Scores of luxury brands offered in online watch auction May 2

Famous name wristwatches and pocket watches will be going up for bid in a Jasper52 online auction on Wednesday, May 2. Patek Philippe, Rolex and Tiffany & Co. are among the luxury brands available in this 200-lot collection of vintage and modern timepieces. View the auction. Learn more about the auction on Auction Central News.

Many facets of Asian art offered in Jasper52 auction May 1

Asian art and antiques through the ages are presented in a Jasper52 online auction on Tuesday, May 1. The more than 50 lots going up for bid include fine Japanese weaponry, carved netsuke, Tibetan thangkas, porcelain and jade. View the auction. Learn more about the auction on Auction Central News.

Jasper52 rolls out vintage rock star posters April 25

Rock ’n’ roll bands of the late 1960s are reprised in a Jasper52 online auction of vintage concert posters on Wednesday, April 25. Psychedelic colors and far-out graphics by the genre’s top artists combine to make these ephemeral items highly collectible. View the auction. Learn more about the auction on Auction Central News.

Superheroes swing into action in Jasper52 auction April 24

The first appearance of Black Panther is one of the key issues in a vintage comic book auction that will be conducted online by Jasper52 on Tuesday, April 24. The auction has hundreds of fine vintage comics including Superman and Spider-Man at affordable estimates. View the auction. Learn more about the auction on Auction Central […]

Pearl Wisdom: Natural and Man-Made

At first glance, pearls may seem simple and uncomplicated, but there’s much more to their story than meets the eye. There are two general classes of pearls: natural or man-made. Natural pearls are created by a living organism as a result of irritation. It occurs when a foreign object like a piece of shell or […]

Online auction devoted to Orthodox religious icons April 18

Many traditional icons of the Eastern Orthodox Church—depicting Christ, the Blessed Virgin Mary, saints and angels—are featured in a Jasper52 online auction to be held Wednesday, April 18. These antique icons carry rich histories and religious symbolism. View the auction. Learn more about the auction on Auction Central News.

Collecting Old Glory

The American Flag is an object of admiration and empowerment. Songs have been written about it, poems reference it, it’s the subject of artwork and countless designs, and it is at the core of the patriotism felt by many generations of Americans. The American flag also symbolizes the character of a nation and its people. […]

Famous names mark Jasper52 fine jewelry auction April 17

Diamonds, emeralds, sapphires and other radiant gemstones in a variety of mediums are featured in a Jasper52 online fine jewelry auction set for Tuesday, April 17. Famous brands represented in the auction include Bvlgari, Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Hermes. View the auction. Learn more about the auction on Auction Central News.