M.I Hummel is well known for its charming, rosy-cheeked children figurines. However there are many types of other items Hummel made with these charming children. Some of the more common items are: Christmas OrnamentsBellsPlatesBookendsHoly Water Fonts However, there are many other types of items that Hummel made. Here are some of the more uncommon items: Candle HoldersDisplay PlaquesKitchen MoldsTable LampsCandy and Trinket BoxesAshtraysClocksArtworkDolls In this article I will cover … [Read more...]
Collecting Vintage Radio Flyer
For many of us, Radio Flyer brings back fond memories of our childhood and these wagons held a special place in the hearts of many. Little did we know that in Collecting Vintage Radio Flyer, the very toys we played with as children, they would become prized collector's items. These red wagons, made from steel known as 'little Fords' became an American Icon. They stole the hearts of many children and now they hold sentimental value for those who grew up in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. Through the … [Read more...]
Antique Shop Treasure Hunting (9 Things to Look for)
One of my favorite things to do on the weekend is to go treasure hunting in antique stores and second hand shops. However, sometimes it can be hard to distinguish junk from treasure. There are some items you should never pass up in an Antique shop. So let’s get started with the 9 things you should never pass up while hunting for antique treasures. … [Read more...]
Antique and Collectible Cremation and Burial Urns
While there are many urns that have been purposely made to contain the ashes of a loved one, there are just as many if not more urns that have been made for multiple purposes. From decorative mantel pieces, to vase shaped containers or bowls, most urns that have been made with a lid can and have been used as cremation urns. Urns derive their name from two Latin words; "Urna" - meaning a jar or vessel, and "Urere" - meaning to burn. This is why you can find overlapping search results and … [Read more...]
Today’s Collectibles are Tomorrow’s Antiques
This article is a modern day collectible guide to tomorrow's antiques. Many of today's collectible items will become tomorrows sort after antiques. They will be just as sought after as many of today's popular antiques. Here are a few examples of popular antiques today: Phonographs Books Furniture Records Music Boxes Railroad Items Maritime Items such as compass, navigation tools and ship parts And anything else that is a sought after antique Here are some … [Read more...]
How to Tell If Your Rocking Chair is An Antique
One of the best ways to determine if your rocking chair is an antique, a reproduction or a replica. Is to not just looking at its design, but to also by look at the materials it is made from, and the techniques used in its construction. This approach can be used to determine the age of many types of furniture. … [Read more...]
7 Common Mistakes First Time Collectors Make
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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