The more unusual the cane, the higher the price. The cane seen here has an insect carved into the handle. The dog's head handle on this cane is carved from ivory. Canes with handles of ivory, gold or other precious materials are more valuable. Canes with ornate wood carvings are also highly prized by collectors.
Many canes have hidden tools.
Some even conceal weapons such as swords. This cane doubles as a telescope. This is a collection of children's walking sticks, which served as fashion statements for wealthy kids around the 1900s. These sticks are more expensive than the larger counterparts because fewer of these were made. Scott Antique Market Scott Antique Market is held the 2nd weekend every month in Atlanta, Ga., at the Atlanta Exposition Center.