When collecting there are some important things that you always need to remember no matter if you are a first time collector or a well seasoned collector. I will cover these things in this article. Common Mistakes a First Time Collector Makes 1: Your Not Prepared - Being prepared is one of the most important things you need to do as a collector. The following is a quick list of ways to prepare before you start collecting. Do some research on the items you are going to collect. Doing some … [Read more...]
Goebel Hummel Figurines Complete Buying Guide
Goebel Hummel figurines have been a favorite amongst collectors for many years. This figurines usually depict children doing various activities. Hummels are earthenware figures that are hand painted with warm color pallets. Common Places You Can Find Goebel Hummel Figurines. You can find Hummels for sale in a variety of places. Here is a list of some of the more common places to find Hummels for sale. Auction Estate Sales Yard Sales Antiques Stores eBay Ruby Lane Various … [Read more...]
How to Sell Antique Furniture
Selling antique furniture is a little more difficult than selling other types of smaller antiques. There are a few things you need to consider that you would not have to with smaller items. Some of these things are: Shipping and transporting the item after the sell Packing the item for shipping Price of shipping and how much this changes depending on the location There are also all the usual things you need to consider with any antique or collectible you are going to buy or … [Read more...]
Hummel Number Questions Answered
Hummel Number Questions I get a lot of questions around the different numbers on the bottom of Hummel figurines. Can you tell me what the Hummel number (Hum number) is? There is a hand painted number on the bottom of my Hummel can you tell me what this means? Can you tell me what the etched number means? Which number do I use to identify my Hummel? In this article I will answer these questions. Hummel Number Answers Hummel number (HUM Num) - This is an etched 1 to 4 digit number on … [Read more...]
Royal Doulton Markings – Back Stamps and Trademarks
The Royal Doulton company first began in London during 1815 and has since become a global brand that produces some of the most well known and loved porcelain, dinnerware and collectable pieces. Throughout the ages there have been a variety of different stamps used to mark authentic Royal Doulton ornaments and tableware. In saying this, almost all Royal Doulton items will have either a back stamp or marking that can be found on the bottom of the item beneath the final glaze. … [Read more...]
Lladro Identification Marks – A History of Lladro Markings
The Lladro company, created by brothers Juan, José and Vicente Lladró began with their first porcelain creation in 1953. It wasn't until 1958 that the brothers moved their company to a warehouse near Tavernes Blanques and began working full-time on their porcelain ornaments. This further investment of time by the three brothers, lead to the expansion of their company and a Lladro identification mark was officially introduced in 1960. Identifying the Age of a Lladro Ornament Although the … [Read more...]
Where to Sell Your Antiques and Collectibles Online
With the technology age taking over it is becoming more and more popular to sell things online, this includes antiques and collectibles. I will cover the most common places to buy and sell antiques online in this article. If you have an antique or collectible item and you are looking to sell it online, then this tutorial should help you. Online Sites to Sell Your Antiques and Collectibles There are many different types of sites to sell your antiques online; some are niche sites dealing … [Read more...]
Types of Collectibles that are No Longer Worth Collecting
Things that Could Have an Impact on A Collectible's Value Over the years there are many things that can cause a collectible's value to fluctuate. Sometimes these factors can increase its value, other times decreasing it instead. Some of the main factors that impact an items value could be: Supply and Demand - If the demand is high but the supply is low then buyers could be willing to pay more, but if the supply out paces the demand the seller will need to offer the better deals in … [Read more...]
What Makes Something Antique, Collectible or Vintage?
Is My Item Antique, Collectible or Vintage? There has been a long debate over what time frame dictates if something is an antique, collectible or vintage. In this article I will clarify this subject. Les't start with the antique time frame. Antique - 100 years and older Collectible - Less than 100 years old Vintage - Less than 25 years or it has cycled back into fashion … [Read more...]
Reclaimed Antique Wood and Antique Wooden Items
Reclaimed antique wood has grown in popularity in the last few years. Previously a staple building material in America due to its strength and abundance, an array of different woods were used in barns, mills and general construction. These days, people seek out once popular woods such as long leaf pine, red wood, oak, chestnut, maple and white pine to create new age creations with antique heritage. Why Use Antique Wood? Antique wood and lumbar (wood processed into beams and planks) is used … [Read more...]
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