Author: Writting
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The Art of Collecting Japanese Samurai Swords: A Guide
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in SwordsJapanese samurai swords, known as “katana” or “nihonto”, are renowned for their craftsmanship, sharpness, and historical significance. An authentic katana possesses distinctive features that have remained consistent throughout Japan’s rich history. Here are five essential elements of Japanese samurai swords that enthusiasts and collectors should know: The heart and soul of a Japanese samurai sword…
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Upgrading the Vintage Macintosh Quadra 700: A Refurbishing Guide
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in ElectronicsExpect a little cleaning to be on the to-do list for anyone refurbishing vintage Macs these days. If trying to modernize a machine like this, maxing out the RAM and VRAM is a logical upgrade. To bring the system up to a total of 68MB of RAM, I went online and purchased four 16MB 30…
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Repurposing Antique Tube Radios: A Vintage Audio Revival
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in RadioAntique tube radios are some of the most coveted vintage electronics any audio enthusiast can acquire. They sound absolutely great, both as for what they are intended – to work as a good old analog radio – but also as an amplifier for external audio sources, including any digital source. Repurposing antique radios as tube…
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The Rise of Sports Memorabilia as an Investment
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There was a time, long before the phrase ‘sports memorabilia’ entered the sporting lexicon, when collecting a cricketer’s autograph, match day programmes or photographs of footballers depicted on cards distributed with packets of chewing gum represented the extent of any ‘memorabilia’ market. Commercial considerations could hardly have been further from the mind of the clutch…
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The Art and Value of Japanese Swords: A Collector’s Guide
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in SwordsFor centuries, Japanese swords have been collected in Japan as highly valuable works of art. Joining aesthetic and practical use, the samurai sword is a unique weapon, similar to no other. The appeal of these blades has never ceased to amaze western collectors as well, as they can be considered the first form of abstract…
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Rare Apple-1 Computer Sells for $400,000 at Auction
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in ElectronicsA rare Apple-1 computer from the 1970s that was designed by Steve Wozniak and built by Steve Jobs in his home just sold at auction for $400,000. One of Apple’s first computers, built by Steve Jobs in his home, has sold for $400,000 at auction. It is one of 200 Apple-1 computers and one of…
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Celebrate World Radio Day with Antique Radio Display
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in RadioFor those of you who have never seen old radio sets, here is a chance. Go to Bharathi Park near Avinashilingam University on Wednesday where M.A. Abudahir will display more than 160 antique radio sets to mark the World Radio Day on February 13. Despite resource and space constraints, the 42-year-old man, who works in…
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Mickey Mantle Baseball Card Sells for Record $12.6 Million
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A mint condition Mickey Mantle baseball card sold for $12.6 million Sunday, blasting into the record books as the most ever paid for sports memorabilia in a market that has grown exponentially more lucrative in recent years. The rare Mantle card eclipsed the record just posted a few months ago — $9.3 million for the…
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Essential Tips for Sword Maintenance and Care
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in SwordsSword collecting is a fascinating hobby that extends far beyond simply purchasing and displaying beautiful pieces. Each sword may signify something personal to you that deserves proper care to ensure its longevity. While it might seem daunting, maintaining your sword is not as challenging as it seems. With regular inspections and prompt action, you can…
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Rare Apple-1 Computer Sells for $400,000 at Auction
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in ElectronicsAn original Apple computer, hand-built by company founders Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak 45 years ago, sold for $400,000 at auction in the United States on Tuesday. The functioning Apple-1, the great-great-grandfather of today’s sleek chrome-and-glass MacBooks, had been expected to fetch up to $600,000 when it went under the hammer in California. The so-called…