Figurines

In the last decade, the internet has fundamentally changed the way that antiques and collectibles are bought and sold. The tried and true method of hunting for bargains and rare pieces at antique malls, auctions and yard sales has given way to a fourth method for buying and selling – online auctions and classified [...]

We have all been there at one point in our lives. We were searching through an old box and found something that we thought long lost. Or you were scouring an antique mall and found a truly old specimen of your favorite collectible. I can still picture the joy of my companions [...]

Shapeways offers the ability to turn a three dimensional design into a metal figurine if you so desire.
Although I saw the concept offered under the auspice of bringing your online persona to life, I also think the service would make an interesting service for the creation of custom figurines.
While Shapeways creates your figurine out of [...]

The Donald E. Stephens Hummel Museum in Rosemont, Illinois is moving from its location in the lobby of the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center to a nearby storefront formerly occupied by a drug store.
Rosemont Mayor Bradley Stephens, son of the collector who created the museum and donated the Hummel figurines to the village, anticipates that [...]

Who knew that some childhood figurines could still cause a stir in the music and legal community?
Lego has decided not to allow rock band Spinal Tap to air a fan created video using Lego figurines in their upcoming DVD.
The video, using Lego figurines, was uploaded to Youtube in 2007 by a 14 year old fan.  [...]