Ralph M. Kovel, (1920-2008) nationally known antiques and collectibles expert died on Thursday, August 28th. Ralph and his wife Terry, published Kovel's Antiques and Collectibles Price Guide plus other assorted antique and collectible books, newsletters and guides as well as televsion programs and internet information sites. The antiques and collectibles price guide was first published in 1965.On Saturday, September 6th the Wall Street Journal ran a very nice remembrance piece about Mr. Kovel's life and passion for collecting. Stating "The Kovels produced dozens of books for collectors, and also television series on antiques. They barnstormed flea markets nationwide for HG and the Discovery Channel. The current issue of their monthly newsletter informs collectors about the markets for fairy lamps, rookwood bookends and trivets. Their Web site features prices for about 750,000 items."
According to the Kovel website, Ralph's wife, Terry, children and staff plan on contiuning the business.
To read the Wall Street Journal rememberance click HERE, or to visit the Kovels website, click HERE.
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