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Tips on Distinguishing Trash from Treasure
The old doll you found while cleaning out your grandmothers basement may bring in a good four or five dollars at a yard sale, or it may sell for four or five hundred dollars to an antique dealer. The only way to know for sure if you have treasure or trash is to have the [...]
Continue reading...Finding the “Right” Store for You
25. May 2008
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As my daughter says, “Once you’ve seen one antique shop, you’ve seen them all!” But, I’m quick to correct her by explaining that there are those shops out there that are truly special. Depending on the type of antique buyer you are, certain types of shops may suit your needs better than others. For [...]
Continue reading...Antique Furniture
12. April 2008
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You have decided to collect antique furniture, now what? Start by visiting different types of antique stores as well as auction houses. Pay attention as more experienced people look at a piece, watch as they examine it. This is a good way to learn what pieces are worth adding to your collection. One of the most [...]
Continue reading...Buying Antiques
6. April 2008
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Good antiques are difficult to come by, so it is best if you know what you are looking for to find your treasure. The most important thing to consider when shopping for antiques is time. A genuine antique is 100 years old or older. The next ones on the list will be at least 75 years [...]
Continue reading...Antique Books
23. March 2008
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The first thing you need to know about book collecting is where to start looking. You can find some of the best deals on antique books at yard sales and flea markets. Sometimes you can find deals at a thrift store or secondhand shop. The Internet can also be a good place for buying and [...]
Continue reading...Antiques On eBay!
15. February 2008
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We all know you can find antiques on eBay. It is the place if you are looking for an old R2-D2 PEZ dispenser to match the C3PO you just picked up at a local yard sale. But how do you find a good deal? One of the best ways to find a deal is by [...]
Continue reading...Antique Tractors
14. February 2008
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So, you and your family are at the local antique festival and you spot an antique tractor. You look at it and decide you would like to become the proud owner of one of these beautiful machines. The first thing you want to do is decide which type of a tractor you would like to own. [...]
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25. July 2008
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