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Monday, November 10, 2008
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Our Featured new antique silver jewelry Writer
Antiques - 7 Reasons Why We Collect Them.
By Robert Michael
People collect antiques for many different reasons and therefore have many different views.
1. Some people collect antiques because they hold sentimental value. For example, I own a ceramic parrot that had been given to me by my grandparents, a cupboard from my other grandparents and a very old doll that had been given to me by my great aunt.
2. My in-laws once owned an antique business which they set up for sales and auctions. Their basement was always filled with a treasure trove of fascinating and interesting items. They could tell you the worth of any item in the basement. They loved restoring old pieces, not so much so that they could sell it for more but simply because they gained satisfaction from doing so.
3. My son enjoys collecting antique games and old books and even collects them. One of his favorite antiques are the tiddly winks games which he has collected from all over the world.
4. Antique lovers enjoy the chase more than anything. They enjoy searching through stores and antique shops all over the country searching for that specific or unusual item they been looking for.
5. Some people look for antiques as simply a hobby but they very seldom buy anything. They simply enjoy looking at what different areas of the country have the offer. It can be a lot of fun searching through antique stores.
6. Sometimes people who want to furnish their home look for antiques. Antiques of different time periods will often work well together to create a beautiful home.
7. Their other people who deal in the buying and selling of antiques. They are hard-core, know the value of pretty much everything, and always want to buy low and sell high. These folks typically are only interested in the price itself.
Collecting antiques can be a wonderful experience and provide enjoyment for people of all ages.
About The Author
Robert Michael is a writer for Felix Antiques which is an excellent place to find antiques links, resources and articles. For more information go to: http://www.felixantiques.com
Hints On new antique silver jewelry
When negotiating the price of an object at a flea market or garage sale, sometimes it can be effective to take a wad of bills out of your pocket. That�s a sign that you�re ready to pay, you�re paying in cash and are prepared to close the deal.
Buy antique stools today!
A signature on a piece of cut glass adds at least 25% to the value, but it can be difficult to find.
Buy antique dressers today!
Where to purchase antiques? For most people the only way to get involved in collecting is simple to collect. Get a good set of antique books, price guide information, and dive in by shopping for antique furniture, antique hardware, or other collectibles. Antique dealers can spot "newbies" so be careful not to get in over your head. Start slow.
Buy antique jewelry today!
Many families have passed antique grandfather clocks or antique wall clocks down as heirlooms and others purchase antique style clocks to add style to their homes as the focal point of a living or family room. Old clocks, or those that appear old, come in a variety of styles.
Buy classical antique jewelry today!
Some new antique silver jewelry Stories
Estate Jewelry - Antique or Vintage - Which is Which
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 23:21:51 -0600
When it comes to estate jewelry there is always much confusion about what is and what is not estate jewelry. Although many pieces of estate jewelry are antique, many pieces are also vintage, retro, or fairly modern. Estate jewelry also does not mean fine jewelry. Estate jewelry can be costume or ...
Roman Antiques - Coins, Sculptures, Portraits, Paintings
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 23:22:20 -0600
Ancient Roman Jewelry, Vintage brooches, and Uncut Minerals. Bronze, Glass and Iron Artefacts from the Roman Empire. Learn a little about Roman coins, portraits and scuptures to know if the items you want to buy are really antiques.
Antique Furniture - Know it's Really Antique Before you Buy
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 23:23:04 -0600
Learn how to tell the difference between reproductions and antiques. Antique Furniture categories here include vintage cabinets, chests, old-fashioned rocking chairs, tables, dining room sets, and more
century antique radio
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Our Featured new antique silver jewelry Writer
Antiques - 7 Reasons Why We Collect Them.
By Robert Michael
People collect antiques for many different reasons and therefore have many different views.
1. Some people collect antiques because they hold sentimental value. For example, I own a ceramic parrot that had been given to me by my grandparents, a cupboard from my other grandparents and a very old doll that had been given to me by my great aunt.
2. My in-laws once owned an antique business which they set up for sales and auctions. Their basement was always filled with a treasure trove of fascinating and interesting items. They could tell you the worth of any item in the basement. They loved restoring old pieces, not so much so that they could sell it for more but simply because they gained satisfaction from doing so.
3. My son enjoys collecting antique games and old books and even collects them. One of his favorite antiques are the tiddly winks games which he has collected from all over the world.
4. Antique lovers enjoy the chase more than anything. They enjoy searching through stores and antique shops all over the country searching for that specific or unusual item they been looking for.
5. Some people look for antiques as simply a hobby but they very seldom buy anything. They simply enjoy looking at what different areas of the country have the offer. It can be a lot of fun searching through antique stores.
6. Sometimes people who want to furnish their home look for antiques. Antiques of different time periods will often work well together to create a beautiful home.
7. Their other people who deal in the buying and selling of antiques. They are hard-core, know the value of pretty much everything, and always want to buy low and sell high. These folks typically are only interested in the price itself.
Collecting antiques can be a wonderful experience and provide enjoyment for people of all ages.
About The Author
Robert Michael is a writer for Felix Antiques which is an excellent place to find antiques links, resources and articles. For more information go to: http://www.felixantiques.com
Hints On new antique silver jewelry
When negotiating the price of an object at a flea market or garage sale, sometimes it can be effective to take a wad of bills out of your pocket. That�s a sign that you�re ready to pay, you�re paying in cash and are prepared to close the deal.
Buy antique stools today!
A signature on a piece of cut glass adds at least 25% to the value, but it can be difficult to find.
Buy antique dressers today!
Where to purchase antiques? For most people the only way to get involved in collecting is simple to collect. Get a good set of antique books, price guide information, and dive in by shopping for antique furniture, antique hardware, or other collectibles. Antique dealers can spot "newbies" so be careful not to get in over your head. Start slow.
Buy antique jewelry today!
Many families have passed antique grandfather clocks or antique wall clocks down as heirlooms and others purchase antique style clocks to add style to their homes as the focal point of a living or family room. Old clocks, or those that appear old, come in a variety of styles.
Buy classical antique jewelry today!
Some new antique silver jewelry Stories
Estate Jewelry - Antique or Vintage - Which is Which
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 23:21:51 -0600
When it comes to estate jewelry there is always much confusion about what is and what is not estate jewelry. Although many pieces of estate jewelry are antique, many pieces are also vintage, retro, or fairly modern. Estate jewelry also does not mean fine jewelry. Estate jewelry can be costume or ...
Roman Antiques - Coins, Sculptures, Portraits, Paintings
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 23:22:20 -0600
Ancient Roman Jewelry, Vintage brooches, and Uncut Minerals. Bronze, Glass and Iron Artefacts from the Roman Empire. Learn a little about Roman coins, portraits and scuptures to know if the items you want to buy are really antiques.
Antique Furniture - Know it's Really Antique Before you Buy
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 23:23:04 -0600
Learn how to tell the difference between reproductions and antiques. Antique Furniture categories here include vintage cabinets, chests, old-fashioned rocking chairs, tables, dining room sets, and more
century antique radio
