Young Buyers Change the Flavor of the Old Fashioned Estate Sale
It used to be that buyers at estate sales were seeking out antiques, jewelry with a history and other aged object of desire. These days professional estate sale liquidation companies are seeing younger shoppers coming in to buy things they could just as easily be buying in a store. “I just rented my first apartment,” […]
Navajo Rugs, Rare Pieces of American History Worth Your Investment
Do you have a special Navajo rug that was handed down to you? Did you come across what you think is a real Navajo but aren’t sure? Looking for a place that specializes in cleaning and repairing specialty rugs? Traditional Navajo’s have become very popular in the past few years and this has lead to […]
Those Items Aren’t Trash – They’re Antiques!
If you’ve ever watched the long-running PBS series Antiques Roadshow, you know that some people have precious treasure hidden in plain sight. It’s astounding to see the priceless items people have stashed in their attics, basements, and even in their walls; it’s all treasure waiting for the right person to come along. These are some […]
Getting The Best Out Of Flea And Antique Markets
Flea markets are a great place to buy used and antique goods for low, and sometimes unbelievable prices. You can find people from all around town visiting the flea market in your neighborhood. Sometimes, people from surrounding states might come too, if the market is considerably big and sells good stuff. Flea and antique markets […]
Finding Value: Tips to Buying Crystal at Estate Sales
The discovery of a valuable treasure at an estate sale can be one of the most exciting experiences of a lifetime. If you are a crystal collector and are on the hunt for a specific type of item, unearthing a nice piece is a huge thrill. However, beware of purchasing crystal at an estate sale […]
Mens’ Antique American Pocket Watches
Railroad Time Pieces The earliest American pocket watch to gain popularity was the railroad watch. It continues to be regarded as the best American watch ever made and is highly sought after by serious collectors. It was designed to maintain the high standard of railroad time. The scenes depicted on the cases portrayed train engine […]
A Brief History of Beer Steins
Dating back to its Germanic roots in the 14th century, the beer stein was originally produced with a permanently attached flip lid that was fashioned in response to a great deal of public fear and outcry over food- and beverage-related hygiene issues triggered by the bubonic plague (the Black Death). Initially created to fight serious […]
Restoring Antiques With Simple Molds and Casts
Antiques are far more that the inanimate objects of yore, consisting of wood, metals and glass. They are more often the touchstone of the memories from past generations. But due to age those treasured keepsakes come with their own set of problems. For instance, a piece trim on an old picture frame can be missing […]
Antique Blogs – A Great Source for Antique Research
The antique blog has been increasingly gaining popularity. It’s a great informational source that provides insight, and helpful tips. Antique blogs are also a great place to find interesting antique market reviews. These reviews explore various aspects of the antique industry. In some cases, you will find this type of blog exhibiting beautiful imagery and […]
What Kind of Antiques Can Beginner’s Start Collecting?
Estate sales can be wonderful places to hunt for antique items and collectibles that can be grabbed for decent prices. Don’t think it’s always going to be easy to take home the item you desire, however, because it can be very competitive as well. Other buyers and professional antique dealers are also trying to get […]