Our opinions are our own. American Express made its name with cards that were as much status symbols as payment methods. In the 21st century, the issuer offers a complete line of cards with ...

This month’s submissions include a rare 19th-century American lithograph, an early Missouri coin silver mustard ladle, and a midcentury cabinet radio/record player, all descended through families.

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The British Central Africa Protectorate existed in the area of present-day Malawi between 1891 and 1907. In August 1897 a new design was introduced, still using the coat of arms, but with a clear ...