Auction houses; a term used for companies that assist with both buying and selling of items as well as the place in which an auction will take place. Since the first auction house opened in Sweden in 1674 they have grown in popularity and can now be found in the majority of countries around the world. In particular, auction houses have become common across the entirety of the United States. Some auction houses only buy and sell specialty items such as art works while others have a broader … [Read more...]
Antique Engagement Rings
Antique engagement rings, claiming their name because they are over eighty to a hundred years old, come in a range of sizes, styles and price tags. Antique rings and rings from the Art Deco period (1920-1935) are both becoming a popular engagement choice due to their rarity and one of a kind nature. The majority of true antique rings will not just have diamonds but an assortment of other precious gems such as sapphires, rubies and emeralds that are normally placed around the diamond to enhance … [Read more...]
Finding Antiques at Cost Effective Prices
Items that are over one hundred years old are classified as antiques, although the present value of each antique will depend on the specific item and its current condition. Antiques can be found at various marketplaces, homes and shops at discount prices. Over the past ten years antiques have become trendy and a fashion statement in the market place that now appeal to younger generations. Due to the current appeal antiques have on younger generations, antiques that are priced low are often sold … [Read more...]
Iconic Barbie’s From the Last Six Decades
The Barbie doll made her first appearance on March 9th 1959, produced by American company Mattel. Ruth Handler co founder of Mattel and the designer of Barbie envisioned creating a teenager version of a baby doll after watching her young daughter Barbara play only with paper dolls. This sparked an idea of creating a 3D plastic doll that appealed to older children because at the time no teenage plastic doll existed. Barbie, short for Barbara Millicent Roberts, named after Ruth Handler's … [Read more...]
Royal Doulton – The Last Seven Years of Mother’s Day Annual Figurines
Royal Doulton began in England during 1815 previously known as Jones, Watts and Doulton. It wasn't until 1973 that Royal Doulton claimed its current name that people across the world know and love. Royal Doulton boasts some of the most popular collections of tableware and ornaments, adding newly hand crafted pieces yearly. Each year Royal Doulton produce one ornament made of fine bone china that represents the meaning of motherhood for their mother's day collection. A new concept and angle of … [Read more...]
The 5 Most Popular Hummel Figurines to Date
Hummel figurines, produced from as early as 1935 have significantly increased in value since the end of World War II. The porcelain Hummel figurines produced from original images by Maria Innocentia Hummel have today become one of the most popular collectible items in the world. Hummels that consist of more than one figurine along with Hummels that are now over eighty years old are the most sought after amongst collectors. This article hopes to pinpoint just five of the most popular Hummels … [Read more...]
Antique Military Badges and Medals
Military antiques, particularly badges and medals, are easily one of the most highly regarded forms of antique collections across the globe. It is mainly due to the fact that each and every country around the world has their own form of military, along with their own types of traditions and history. Therefore, collecting antiques within these fields is a truly fascinating hobby for virtually anyone who is interested in history, particularly military history. Here, we will be exploring the world … [Read more...]
History of 19th Century Antique Glassware
Vintage and antique glassware covers a wide array of various types of categories that range from containers and bowls to vases and platters; all of which are not only highly functional, but they are also strikingly beautiful as well. Vintage and antique glassware was crafted between the late 1800s through the mid-1900s, and some of the most notable examples of craftsmanship include cut glass, pressed glass, carnival glass, elegant glass, milk glass and Depression glass. Here, we will be … [Read more...]
Preserving Vintage and Antique Photographs
In this article I will cover the proper way to preserve and store vintage photographs. First lets cover the enemies of a photograph. Enemies of a Photograph Heat Extreme temperatures (hot or cold) can cause the chemicals in the photograph to change this can have many effects on the photograph. Example of damage that heat can cause. Brittleness Weakness Discoloration Wrinkling Cracking Staining Wrapping … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Collecting Antique Teapots
The antique teapot market has become very hot over the last few years. With high tea becoming all the rage these days, it has been fueling the teapot market. Teapot collecting is very curious as modern teapots can be just as sought after as vintage and antique ones. Here are 5 tips on how to collect antique teapots. 1. Character of the teapot The character of the teapot is one of the most collectible aspects of a teapot. Here are some examples of teapot character. Humorous … [Read more...]
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