What's new at Antique GuideIf You Have Any Antique ClocksKeep Them They May Be Valuable Keepsakes
Been shopping for antique clocks lately? Its strange that when something is new they are fascinating and cutting edge. Then they become a common place... (read more)
Why We Treasure Antiques
Americans treasure their past, which is one reason antiques are so popular. Antiques are relics of a time now gone. We look back on our history with pride... (read more)
How to Curb Antique Shop Theft Inexpensively
If you have ever had your antique shop or mall ripped off, you understand that it's very hard to detect. There are simply so many items to keep track of, and an item can be missing literally for months and you may not realize it... (read more)
Antique Diamond Rings? Bringing the Past Back to Life
We live today in an increasingly disposable culture, where everything comes in plastic wrapping and needs to be replaced every year or so... (read more)
Decorating Your Kitchen With Antique Plates
Antique plates can add whimsy and interest to your d?or. Many people hang them right on the walls for a unique look. You can hang them up on special holders made just for this or use ribbons to hold them and hang from fancy hooks... (read more)
Pasadena California Antique Dealers
The city of Pasadena, California may be a relatively small city (population under 150,000), however, due to it's proximity to downtown Los Angeles, the San Gabriel Valley and the San Fernando Valley as well as it's extremely popular "Old Town" shopping... (read more)
Holiday Gift Ideas For Antique Lovers
1. Knowledge is Power. Whatever the area of collecting? depression glass, blue and white pottery, silver, paperweights, toys or furniture of any period? there is a book to arm any collector for his or her next antiquing adventure... (read more)
7 Tips to Care for Your Antique Furniture
During your spring cleaning, don? forget to think about your antiques. In this month? column, we?l give you seven tips to help you care for your antique furniture.1... (read more)
The Top Ten Antique Categories On eBay!
Knowledge is Power! And this statement could not be more true when it comes to selling on eBay. As explained in my book "eBay Marketing Wholesale SourcePak", being successful on eBay all depends on being in the right place, at the right time, with the... (read more)
How to Invest in Antique, Vintage, or Modern Jewelry
As Antique Jewelry is 'Really' based on the 'Collectability' and Style of an item, it is hard for clients to appreciate the 'Craft' involved in Handmade work, as they only see the Gold value or Diamond Value fluctuate over the years... (read more)
10 Tips to Care for Your Antique Glassware
Antique glassware needs a gentle hand. This month we'll give you some useful tips to help you care for your antique or modern glassware.1. Avoid putting glassware into direct sunlight or near any other heat sources such as radiators.2... (read more)
10 Tips to Care for Your Antique Ceramics
To care for your antique ceramics you need a gentle touch and they?l last you a long time. This month we?l give you some useful tips to help you care for them.1... (read more)
The Value of Antique Cuckoo Clocks
As cuckoo clocks have been around since 1730 and have always been manufactured by gifted artists and skilled craftsmen, many of the older pieces that have been even minimally cared for are still in existence today... (read more)
The Value of Antique Grandfather Clocks
These days, everything from ovens to telephones silently mark the minutes in glowing red and green letters, rendering the? ick tock?of the mechanical clock increasingly unnecessary... (read more)
The Value of Antique Wedgwood China
Since the company is now slightly over 250 years old, anything made from year one to year 150 is now officially considered to be an antique... (read more)
The Allure of Antique Store Fixtures
They say if you wait long enough, a style you liked in almost any genre will come back. This is as true for retail store fixtures as it is for clothing or styles of music... (read more)
A Guide to Antique Bird Cages
It has been said that everything old is new again. So it is with bird cages. Antique bird cages are a popular addition to many houses and apartments. They fit in with many styles of decorating, including Victorian and shabby chic... (read more)
The Value of Antique Wood Stoves
Antique wood stoves provide decoration and can still be used for heating and cooking. Stoves from as long ago as the 1870? are available for purchase in antique stores and over the Internet... (read more)
Whats The Difference With Antique Truck and Car Insurance?
It is difficult to define what antique means when dealing with insurance companies, and that is why it? a little difficult purchasing antique truck and car insurance... (read more)
Antiques? The Modern Day Treasure Hunt
In today's world, everything that? old can be described as antiques and generally speaking that? quite true. A product is considered to be an antique if it is over a hundred years old or is rare enough to have some value... (read more)
The Beauty of an Antique Murphy Bed
Murphy beds have been in existence since about 1900, when William L. Murphy invented the patented mechanism to hide his bed away in the closet of his one room apartment while he entertained... (read more)
The Value of Antique Violins
Musicians and collectors alike can enjoy antique violins. These violins can be hundreds of years old and can sell for thousands, if not millions of dollars. Antique violins are artifacts of the past as well as beautifully made musical instruments... (read more)
The Charm of Antique Weather Vanes
Weather vanes are instruments used to detect the direction of the wind. They date back to the year 48 BC, as seen from the Tower of Winds in Athens, Greece. There are many other references to weather vanes in history right from the 1st century BC... (read more)
A Look at Antique Fireplace Mantels
So your home is decorated with fine furniture passed down from two generations of your family.You're thinking about setting up a fireplace with an effective mantel, but don't want to sacrifice the traditional feel of your living space... (read more)
Three Tips On Starting Your Antique Collection
Tip 1: Understanding antiquesIn strict antique-speak, an antique is any collectable item that is seventy to one-hundred years old. Newer items can also be quite valuable; if you know how to pick them... (read more)
Antique Wedding Dresses
Wedding dresses come in so many different styles these days but many brides-to-be are wearing wedding dresses that have been handed down through the family... (read more)
A Guide to Antique Sewing Machines
Sewing machines have been mass-produced worldwide for more than two-hundred years. Early models featured unique designs to add beauty and appeal to buyers. The wide variety of styles and manufacturers make antique sewing machines a favorite collectible... (read more)
From Brass to Tin: How to Care for Your Antique Metals
Caring for your antique metal items requires know-how. Each metal has its own particular characteristics and requires its own brand of tender loving care.BrassBrass is commonly found on decorative items, hardware and fixtures... (read more)
The Benefits of Antique Slot Machines
Maybe you are the type that likes to collect vintage cars, or even vintage clothing. Why not invest in antique slot machines for a classic look and feel? You can find a great selection of antique slot machines at Slot Machines USA or Alison novelties... (read more)
Lasting Antique Art
Antique art connects the viewer to our rich artistic history. For centuries upon centuries, the greatest of artists have graced the world with their works... (read more)
Antique Jewelry a timeless and elegant adornment
Antique jewelry is a timeless classic adornment which can never go out of fashion. It is the epitome of ethereal charm, delicate grace and a gentle reminder of a bygone era... (read more)
Langeais Home Of An Antique Chateau
Langeais is famous by its interesting Chateau and the history existing within its walls... (read more)
Antiques - What You Need to Know to Get Started
Do you think that provenance is a region in France? Do you think that patina is an antipasto? Do you ever wonder what the difference is between original finish and original condition? If so, then please read on... (read more)
Antiques - Wood Basics
Oak, mahogany, walnut, pine, rosewood, maple, elm; you may have some or all of these woods in your home... (read more)
How to Care for Your Antique Furniture
Why is your Aunt Mabel? dining room table warped? Why is your Grandmother? sewing table discolored? Should you use aerosol polishes on your antiques? Relative humidity Central heating is the worst thing to happen to antiques... (read more)
The Six Worst Mistakes You Can Make When Shopping for Antiques
Buying antiques can make a dent in your wallet, especially if you don? know what you are doing. The novice buyer can overpay for an undervalued piece. Here are some things to avoid the next time you are antiquing.1.) Casually examining an item... (read more)
The dos and don?s of shopping for antiques at flea markets and garage sales
The flea market and garage sale season are always popular. Here? what you need to know to make your next flea market or garage sale outing a success.DO arrive early. This is true for flea markets and garage sales... (read more)
Painted country furniture? How to tell the difference between reproductions and antiques
Can you tell the difference between a real painted antique and a painted reproduction? Good quality reproductions serve their purpose. You just want to make sure that you know what you are getting. Here are some tips to help you tell them apart... (read more)
Antiques and Reproductions: Can You Tell the Difference?
Can you tell the difference between an antique and a reproduction? Does it really even matter?There? nothing wrong with good quality reproductions. You just want to make sure that you know that? what you are getting... (read more)
Antique Jewelry: A Timeless and Elegant Adornment
Antique jewelry is a timeless classic adornment which can never go out of fashion. It is the epitome of ethereal charm, delicate grace and a gentle reminder of a bygone era. It is that jewelry which has been made during and before the early 1900's... (read more)
If You Have Any Antique Clocks...Keep Them. They May Be Valuable Keepsakes
Been shopping for antique clocks lately?It? strange that when something is new they are fascinating and cutting edge. Then they become a common place. After a century or so, they become rare, untouchable museum pieces or antiques... (read more)
Finding Antiques And Collectibles To Sell On eBay
Many people who decide to make a living selling collectibles on eBay soon fail. I meet them in the line at the post office. They tell me they just quit their job in order to sell things full time on eBay... (read more)
Is Your Heart Set On An Antique Engagement Ring?
As Mark Twain said "Let us not be too particular; it is better to have old secondhand diamonds than none at all... (read more)
Utilize a Craft and Antique Mall to Start your Business
So you are contemplating starting a new business or maybe you have already made the decision to start a gift merchandising business but have no idea where or how to begin to showcase your products or services... (read more)
Top 7 Tips for Building an Antique Car Website
Like wine cars get more attractive to collectors as years pass by. The fact is there are only a finite number of cars made in the world in any model and make. As years pass by only a few of these manage to stay out of the graveyard... (read more)
Is it Antique and is it Worth Anything?
Is it an antique and is it worth anything? Would you know?At some point in our lives most of us are going to put in a position where we have to ask ourselves the question- Which of my treasured possesions should I keep because they might be worth... (read more)
Antique Delft and Very Collectible Tiles and Ceramics: Beginners Start Here
So you fancy starting a collection but you're not sure what to collect? How About . . .? Every home will contain at least one example or more - in the kitchen, the bathroom, the fire surround... (read more)
Antiques & Collectables When Beatrix Potter & Peter Rabbit Met Fred & his Pushy Wife
Beatrix Potter Beswick Figurines.Tales from a country antique shop.A long time ago . . in a galaxy far far away . .Had a phone call from a gentleman called Fred who was cleaning out his aunt's house... (read more)
Antiques & Museums & Victoria And Albert And Me!
Victoria And Albert And Me! Hate Mondays? Try a Monday at the V&A. Mondays will never be the same again... (read more)
Antiques, Collectibles, & Memorabilia: Do You Know the Difference?
The world of antiques can be confusing. What? the difference between an antique and collectible? Aren? collectibles and memorabilia really the same thing? In this month? column, I?l de-mystify these terms, so that you?l be appropriately armed for your... (read more)
Where Antiques Originate and How You Can Find Them
It's important to understand where antiques originate. Many antique buyers make the mistake of mis-understanding the process by which antique items are found... (read more)
Antiques From Europe...Is It Really The Goose That Layed the Golden Egg?
Many dealers and auctioneers have been bringing container loads of antiques from Europe for years now... (read more)
The Most Powerful Attribute in Antiques and Collectibles
What can increase your sales volume and make you more productive day in and day out? You've probably heard this three word statement that seperates those who wish they could do better,from those who really do... (read more)
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