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For the Love of Antiquing



March 21, 2014 Leave a Comment

To some people, old things have little or no value and to others, an one hundred year old item has priceless meaning and value.  One woman’s trash is another woman’s treasure as they say! What do we love about antiques? What is it that we love about antiquing?  Everything from the treasure hunt, to the find, to getting a great deal on the item down to the smell of a room filled with treasure.  There is just something about an object from another time which captures our attention.  How a simple … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Antiques Tagged With: Antique, antique market, Collectibles, Collecting

Buying Antiques – 7 Tips on How to Haggle



February 23, 2014 1 Comment

Getting the best deal possible when shopping for an antique or vintage item is always the goal. The good news is, times are tough and store owners want to make a sale! That is good news for a buyer or collector. 7 Tips for Haggling … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Antiques, Collectibles Tagged With: Antique, antique market, Buying Antiques, Collectibles, Collecting, Vintage Christmas

A Victorian Christmas – Christmas Tree



November 29, 2013 Leave a Comment

A Victorian Christmas is very different from a modern day one. Especially the Christmas tree. In this article I will talk about what a Victorian Christmas tree is and how to make one. Christmas Tree History Here is a little history on the Christmas tree. The Christmas tree tradition started in the 17th century inGermany. However many ancient civilizations considered the evergreen tree to be a symbol of life during the Winter months and would decorate these trees. In 1841 QueenVictoria's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Antiques, Vintage Tagged With: Antique, Antique Christmas, Old fashion Christmas, Victorian christmas, Victorian Christmas Theme, Vintage Christmas

The History of Black Forest Carvings



October 10, 2013 5 Comments

Today I am going to cover a little history on Black Forest Wares (carvings). This is one of my favorite types of antiques genres. You might be wondering what a Black Forest Ware is. These are carving that usually depict forest animals (mainly bears), forest trees, branches, and leaves. Black Forest Carving History In the 1800's the wood carving industry of Switzerland started in the town of Brienz. By the end of the 1800's it had become the driving force for this industry. Swiss wood … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Antiques, Furniture Tagged With: Antique, Black Forest Carvings, Collectibles, Collecting

Best Auction Houses In the US to Sell Your Antique or Collectible Clock



August 25, 2013 Leave a Comment

Many of my readers come to Antique-HQ and ask where they can sell their antiques and collectibles. You can read a general article on how to sell your antiques and collectibles here. In this article I am going to focus only on selling your antique or collectible clocks at auction. Clock Specialty Auction Houses In this section will I cover auction houses in the United States that specialize in clock auctions. Note that I have only personally used Tom Harris Auctions all others were found by … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Antiques, Auction Tagged With: Antique, antique market, Auction, auction houses, by Korin Iverson, Clock, Collectibles, Selling Your Items at Auction, Where to sell antiques, Where to sell collectibles

10 Antiques that Are Trend Setting in 2013



July 29, 2013 Leave a Comment

As antique lovers and collectors we know all too well about trends. One year something can be hot and the next year it's out the door. However we also know that there is a circle of life for items. The Circle of a Trend You will notice that about every 5 years or so a trend loops back around and becomes popular again. This can be seen best in the fashion industry. However it happens with just about anything. So lets see what is back in style for Antiques in 2013 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Antiques, Collectibles Tagged With: Antique, antique market, Auction, Collectibles, Collecting, Timepieces

Collecting from a Non-Collectors Point of View



June 1, 2013 1 Comment

Have you ever told someone about your collection and they seemed to not get why you did it? I thought it would be very interesting to see collecting from the point of view of a non-collector. I also think this gives a lot of  insight into why collecting and antiquing has greatly declined with generation X. Many of the collecting clubs and associations I belong to discuss the decline of new collectors and how to spark interest back into this past time at almost every meeting. Collecting from … [Read more...]

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What Type of Insurance Should I Have for My Antiques and Collectibles?



March 14, 2013 1 Comment

Most of us spend countless hours looking for those special pieces for our collections. However we tend to forget one of the most important parts of a collection. That is insuring our collections and choosing coverage that fits our needs. There are many options out there for insuring your antiques and collectibles. However getting the right amount of coverage or knowing where to start can be a very confusing and frustrating task. In this article I have answered some of the common questions … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Antiques, Appraisal, Collectibles Tagged With: Antique, Appraisal, Buying, by Korin Iverson, Collectibles, Collecting, Good Practices, Insurance

How to Identify Your Hummel Figurine



January 2, 2013 9 Comments

In this article you will find 2 list to help you identify your Hummel figurines. Identify Your Hummel By Number Identify Your Hummel By Name The one of the most common question I am asked is: How can I identify what Hummel I have so I can find the value of my Hummel? There are a few ways to identify which Hummel figurine you have. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Antiques, Appraisal, Authentication, Hummel Tagged With: Collectibles, Hummel, Hummel Age, Hummel Figurine, Hummel Name, Hummel numbering system, Hummel Price Guide, Hummel Value, Identify your Hummel

10 Antique and Collectible Christmas Presents for Anyone



November 25, 2012 1 Comment

Don't know what to get that special person? One thing you can never go wrong with is an antique or collectible. This is a great way to start a tradition or carry one on this holiday season. Here are some great gift ideas for the Holiday season. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Antiques, Collectibles, Glassware, Hummel, Silver, Vintage Tagged With: Antique, by Korin Iverson, Christmas, Collectible Figurines, Collectibles, Glassware, Hummel, Hummel Figurine

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