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Today’s Collectibles are Tomorrow’s Antiques



March 5, 2019 Leave a Comment

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...]

Filed Under: Antiques, Collectibles Tagged With: Antique, antique market, Buying, Buying Antiques, by Korin Iverson, Collectible Figurines, Collectibles, Collecting

Antique Joints and Joinery Techniques



November 23, 2018 Leave a Comment

Ever since we first started to build structures and objects out of multiple pieces of wood, we have had to find innovative ways of binding the pieces together. Enter joinery - various joining methods that utilize shapes, wedges, and bindings to apply enough force/pressure to hold two or more different pieces of wood together. Skilled carpenters of old were able to craft beautiful structures and objects all by hand. Many of these carpenters were skilled enough to even be able to create works of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Antique Wood, Authentication Tagged With: Antique, Antique furniture, Antique furniture joints, Authentication, Buying, Buying Antiques, Collectibles, Collecting, Furniture, Wood joints

How to Tell If Your Rocking Chair is An Antique



October 24, 2018 Leave a Comment

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...]

Filed Under: Antiques, Authentication, Furniture Tagged With: Antique, antique rocking chair, Auction, Authentication, Buying Antiques, Collectibles, Furniture

7 Common Mistakes First Time Collectors Make



August 29, 2018 Leave a Comment

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...]

Filed Under: Antiques, Collectibles Tagged With: Antique, Appraisal, Auction, Authentication, Buying, Buying Antiques, by Korin Iverson, Collectibles, Collecting

Goebel Hummel Figurines Complete Buying Guide



August 6, 2018 8 Comments

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...]

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

What Makes Something Antique, Collectible or Vintage?



January 2, 2018 2 Comments

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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Antique Engagement Rings



August 2, 2017 Leave a Comment

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...]

Filed Under: Antiques, Jewellery Tagged With: Antique, Antique Jewelry, Buying, Buying Antiques, Collectibles, Engagement Rings, Gold, Rings

Finding Antiques at Cost Effective Prices



June 14, 2017 1 Comment

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...]

Filed Under: Antiques, Collectibles Tagged With: Buying, Buying Antiques, Collecting, Pricing

11 Christmas Present Ideas for Antique Lovers



November 6, 2015 Leave a Comment

Christmas is fast approaching and about this time I start getting a lot of emails asking what to get an antique lover for Christmas. In this article I have listed 11 present ideas that antique lovers would love to get for Christmas. … [Read more...]

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

Why do We Love Antiques?



July 15, 2015 1 Comment

Collecting antiques is a passion shared by many people, from the casual collector to the serious dealer. Despite the modern “Ikea” age of convenience (or perhaps because of it), the enthusiasm with which people seek out these historic treasures remains undiminished. The items coveted and the reasons for seeking them out vary wildly. For many enthusiasts, it is difficult to say precisely what attracts them to an antique. It may be the historical significance, monetary value, or simple beauty… In … [Read more...]

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