Special Events

Is it Authentic?

Ioannis Alexandris, author, historian and U.S. Antique Show dealer from Gemolithos, will be sharing insight and wisdom he’s garnered over decades of experience identifying authentic antique, vintage and estate jewelry. From what hallmarks to look for to understanding subtle shifts in design over time, Ioannis will cover a range of eras and maisons to give attendees a foundation of knowledge to fuel their passion for jewelry and its storied history.

Following his presentation, Ioannis will be answering questions from the audience and signing his latest book, Antique Jewelry 1800-1939, Appreciating the Dreams.

Ioannis Alexandris, Founder of Gemolithos Fine Gems & Jewels

Education Area, Booth #104

1:00PM

Complimentary Appraisals with Bonhams: Curious about the value of your art, antiques, jewelry, watches or accessories? All valid ticket holders are invited to meet with a Bonhams expert and receive one complimentary valuation as well as insight into your item’s value in the current marketplace.*

Ocean Drive Ballroom A

11:00AM to 5:00PM

*One (1) item per ticket holder. First come, first served.

The Art of Collecting: How to Shop Smart and Style your Life to Elevate the Everyday  

In this vibrant and engaging sessions, two professional curators who make collecting their business will cover a variety of topics that will allow attendees to begin developing their own eye for identifying items of beauty that can serve to elevate the everyday. From incorporating vintage pieces into contemporary décor to mixing eras in one’s personal wardrobe, attendees can gain actionable advice for transforming treasures into personal style statements.

Randi Molofsky, Founder, For Future Reference and For Future Reference Vintage
Cameron Steiner, Founder, Collectors Gene

Education Area, Booth #104

The New Vintage Timepiece Frontier: Curation, Content, and the Future of Collecting

The Antique Show floor used to be where discoveries were made. Today, it’s also where trends are solidified in real time. Join an expert panel of watch dealers, collectors, and curators, moderated by Tony Traina, as they dissect today’s vintage watch market. In an era when a vintage watch can go viral faster than you can say “Jaeger-LeCoultre,” how do you find real value? Is the era of finding a “diamond in the rough” dead, or are we just looking in the wrong places? And how are social media and viral watch culture changing the way we hunt watches? Whether you’re looking for your first vintage Cartier or a museum-grade Patek Philippe, learn how the pros navigate the aisles of OMBAS and beyond.

Panelists: TBD
Moderator, Tony Traina, Founder, Unpolished

Education Area, Booth #104

Tales from the Trade: An OMBAS Tell All

The first time we amassed this panel of OMBAS dealers and asked them to spill the tea, we said they would “not name names,” yet as anyone who attended that first of its kind session can attest, they did, in fact, name names! Join us for our 2026 version of our OMBAS Tell All to find out what trend predictions have come true, recent bidding wars or unusual requests that have kept them on their toes, and all of the (strange, quirky) daily adventures experienced by this diverse group of OMBAS dealers.

Laurie Geller, Geller & Co.

Kurt Rothner, Excalibur

Frank Kravits, Northeastern Jewelers and Estate/Jerall Jewelers

Education Area, #104

1:00PM