Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
The What Sold Podcast - Episode 86 - Hat Pins of Death and Clown Houses
In this episode of the What Sold podcast, Brandon and Matt, also known as their El Luchador tag team personas, El Lobo Blanco and El Rojo, discuss their latest sales and share humorous anecdotes. They kick off with Matt's sales of an antique Victorian-era hat pin with a gold tip and a collection of 1930s-1940s Mutoscope pin-up cards. They also cover items like vintage cobalt blue Bromo-Seltzer bottles, Chiniserie plates, and a Muppet Show 25th anniversary Kermit the Frog action figure. The episode takes a detour into surprising buyer moments, including a recent sale to filmmaker Kevin Smith. Additionally, they discuss the potential resale value of collectibles such as Betty Boop statues and the challenges and benefits of selling unique items. Join the hosts as they provide insights on the vintage resale market, share their personal collection stories, and even delve into Halloween-themed resale ideas.
00:00 Introduction and El Luchador Characters
02:00 Diving into Sales: Victorian Hat Pin
05:18 Vintage Pinup Cards and Creative Selling
08:46 Clown Phobia and Childhood Memories
14:34 Selling Vintage Matchbooks and Business Insights
17:01 Understanding the Reselling Business
18:26 The Art of Collecting and Selling Bottles
21:13 Exploring Chinoiserie and Its Value
23:33 Market Shifts and Collectible Trends
27:25 Celebrity Buyers and Unique Sales
30:59 The Ethics of Collecting Historical Items
31:58 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts
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