By Beatrice S. Levin We know that apples have a long history because the lovely Song of Song includes the lines: “I raised thee up under the apple tree; Where thy mother brought thee forth…” In ancient tradition, the apple was the forbidden fruit in the Garden of Eden. In classical mythology the apple was sacred. There are countless varieties […]
June 2 250th anniversary of the “Intolerable Acts;” passing of the new Quartering Act, also called the Coercive Acts, requiring American colonists to provide better housing for British soldiers upon demand (1775) June 10 John Adams proposes the Continental Army (1775) June 12 Women’s Veterans Recognition Day June 14 Congress establishes the U.S. Army (1775) Flag Day June 15 George […]
By Robert Reed In England they were long case clocks, and in America they were tall case clocks. By any name, even the sentimental 19th century term grandfather clock, they were a majestic structure which towered over the rest of the household’s furnishings. Their from-the-ground-up existence began in the latter 17th century in parts of Europe. By most accounts they […]
By Barry Krause Love tokens are circulating coins that have been smoothed off, usually on one side, and then engraved with initials, names, dates, quotations or other artwork to be given as personal gifts to express affection. The fad for love tokens in America began after the Civil War and continued until the early 20th century. Most love tokens were […]
By Robert Reed When it comes to antiques and collectibles few fields are as remarkably diverse as the simple functioning button. Today the world of collectible buttons range in material from brass to Bakelite and range in design from striking Art Deco to fancy cloth. Historically the button has been crafted from just about every possible substance including copper, enamel, […]
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