By Robert Reed One of the most enduring symbols in earlier America was the rooster. It was a dominate image for this coun- try’s classic folk art including weathervanes, wood carv- ings, and windmill weights. Later the traditional rooster would be crowing on an assortment of American-crafted things including hooked rugs, cookie jars and even salt pepper shakers. Historians suggest […]

 The Colorado Antique Gallery is turning 33 in 2025, and they would like to send a big Thank You to all their loyal customers and dealers over the past 3 decades.  The Gallery has been located at 5501 S. Broadway in lovely Littleton, Colorado, since 1992.  With nearly 300 vendors under one 52,000 square foot roof, there is something for […]

By Peggy DeStefano  Long-time advertiser, The Brass Armadillo Antique Mall, has always been an important part of the Mountain States Collector. We know they are an asset to the antique and collector community in Colorado. We are grateful that they are here. They set the standard for all the Malls in our community.  Dave Simonsen, General Manager of the Brass, […]

 Becoming American Is Now Available For Purchase Peg and Jon DeStefano have recently completed their first book collaboration. Becoming American has been a labor of love for the couple as they wanted their children to know their ancestors. This book covers four centuries of the  Knowles’ family experience in America which began in the early 1600s. This side of the […]