The Most Valuable Collectors' Items in History

197. Handel Lamps

Manufacturer: Handel lamps
Original price: US $ 500-1500*
Value today: US $ 2000-5000*

Handel lamps are known for their beauty. These lamps often come with painted scenes, and often the painted scene is what determines the price. On average, these lamps cost between US$ 2,000 and US$ 5,000. Generic scenes are often cheaper, while rarer Handel offerings will, of course, be at the higher end of the price range.

Almost all Handel lamps were signed on the inner edge of the lampshade, which is one of the ways to authenticate this antique. Some are also signed on the base of the lamp, and after the signature you will usually find a serial number. For Handels specials, the artist can even sign their name.