You may be downsizing and don’t know what to do with all the stuff you’ve accumulated over the years, but you do know you don’t want to just toss it out. After all it can still be used by someone, just not you. Or perhaps you inherited a house after the death of a loved […]
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Antique and modern bronzes are both very valuable assets and decorations for a home. Whether you have antiques or modern bronzes, either one is a great piece or collection to have as a part of how you throw dinner parties, what serving utensils you use during the holidays, or even the decorations that turn your […]
Continue reading...Repoussé is an intricate detail and ornamental design in sterling silver, metal, thin copper and many other metals. Repoussé designed pieces of silver are done by a metalwork technique that consists of the hammering and shaping of malleable metal on the reverse side by hand. The literal meaning of repoussé in French is “to push […]
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Have you inherited an estate you need to liquidate, or are you ready to sell much of your own estate? If so, you need to consider hiring a professional estate liquidator. These experts do more than just hold auctions or facilitate sales. They’re experts in what they do, and they know how to get the […]
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Antique porcelain pieces can often be quite valuable, but a large part of this value comes from their condition. Pieces that aren’t in great condition won’t be worth as much, and in some cases, may actually have very little value. Here are four things that can diminish the overall value of your porcelain. Chips […]
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Planning a successful estate sale can be a long and time-intensive process. It is no small feat to sell all of your belongings, so it is easy to find yourself overwhelmed with the process. In order to ensure that your upcoming estate sale goes smoothly, there are a few mistakes that you will want to […]
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Are you ready to have your art professionally appraised? Whether you’ve collected pieces here and there over the years or have more recently decided to be a serious antique art collector, you do need to know the value of your collection. Even if you don’t think you have any really valuable pieces, you should still […]
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To sell antique jewelry—online or in person—you must have a little bit of knowledge about what you’re doing. Specifically, you should know who buys antique jewelry at the best prices, what those prices are (as in the market), and how to find the right buyers for what you’re selling. But the good news is that […]
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When you are going through old china cabinets or the estate of a relative, you may come across some valuable antiques, maybe even some bronze antiques. Before you toss them away or donate them, you should take a step back and understand that those antique bronzes could potentially be worth a lot. Depending on the […]
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The time has come for you to sell your antique jewelry collection, and you want to get the best price for your items. You could post them on eBay blindly and hope for the best, but chances are good that you won’t price them correctly. Fortunately, antique jewelry dealers can help, and there are several […]
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Antique varieties are amongst the most exclusive and price worthy pieces of jewelry one can own. Whether they’re made of gold, silver, platinum, or any other material, all antique pieces have a degree of significance and intrinsic value. Perhaps you’re in possession of a piece you would like to give up in exchange for cash […]
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If you’re thinking about purchasing vintage jewelry, you likely know that you need to take the time to learn about different designers, manufacturers, and styles. Some, though, jump right in and start buying antique vintage jewelry without really doing the research. There are a number of different reasons why it’s important to learn about vintage […]
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Thinking about getting into the antiques trade? For some, it becomes a fun hobby that they make some money from. For others, it becomes a full-time job or becomes their job following retirement. No matter why you want to get into selling antiques & collectibles, there are a few things you should know before you […]
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Marks to Know for Antique Silver-plate and Gold-plate If you have been trying to sell antique jewelry, you probably have come across terms such as gold-plate and silver-plate. These terms also will be used for other antiques, especially silver-plate as it is quite common. It is important that you know a few things about gold […]
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Born in 1898 in Castleford, Yorkshire, Henry Spencer Moore grew up to be an English sculptor and artist, and happened to be the most influential and famous sculptor of his generation. His father wanted to avoid having his children work in the mines and so he did everything he could to ensure his children were […]
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Understanding the art by Charles Russell Charles M. Russell, one of the most famous artists in the American West, created paintings and bronze works of art which are familiar pieces to millions of people and very prized by collectors. Overall, Russell created more than 2,000 paintings of cowboys, Indians and landscapes that are specific to the […]
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How Matisse Developed His Cut Out Sculptures Henri Matisse was born in 1869 and was a French draughtsman, printmaker and sculptor known for his use of color, but he was most widely known as a painter. Matisse was born in Le Cateau-Cambresis in the Nord department of northern France. He was the oldest son of […]
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Historical Background of Enamel Collectibles First used on small pieces of jewelry, enamel is not paint but a thin coat of glass. Once applied to a metal and heated to high temperatures, will melt and become fused to the metal. This is similar to how ceramic glazes adhere to pottery. Pure gold, silver and copper […]
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In the world of buying and selling antiques, collections are more valuable than individual pieces. Collections are often highly sought after by dealers and collectors alike, so if you are ready to sell yours, you’ll need to be prepared. It is important to know exactly what your collection is worth and the best place to […]
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If you are a jewelry enthusiast, you may have heard the terms antique, vintage, and estate used to describe different pieces. These terms are often used interchangeably, although there are some unique differences. By better understanding the three different types – and the characteristics of each – you can better evaluate your jewelry collection. Estate […]
Continue reading...Whether you’re a fan of Antique Roadshow and started digging around in those boxes in the basement or you bought some jewelry at a garage sale and think you’ve hit the jackpot, you want to find out if that gem-studded bangle can be sold for money that reflects its right worth. What would you do […]
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Silver markings and gold markings symbols are often the simplest way to learn essential information about your gold jewelry. These markings, which are part of a broad range of jewelry, stamps, are designed to impart specific information about the gold or silver used in jewelry to the buyer or wearer. Let’s take a closer look […]
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Icons, a characteristic and symbolic part of Russian culture, have their roots back in the year 988 AD. It was the year that Kievan Rus’ converted to Christianity. For more that 1,000 years, the Greek division of Christian faith, Orthodox Christianity, educated and formed both cultural and spiritual basis of the Russian society. This led […]
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Antique silver bowls hold a major place in human history. In fact, they’ve been in use for over 6,000 years, and evidence suggests that they predate even the use of eating utensils. Although, from what we know, the rulers of Ur were the first to use these vessels, they were far from the only ones, […]
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Once you’ve purchased gold or silver, even if it’s from a seller you trust, you may have one question rolling around in the back of your mind: is it real? It’s not always easy to tell if a bullion is actually gold or silver or if it’s simply plated. Fortunately, there are a number of […]
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What do Silver Markings Mean Have you ever wondered what the tiny words or numbers mean on the jewelry or silver that you own or that has been passed down in your family? The silver that is in your cabinet space that you have been holding onto for years has a unique story to tell. […]
Continue reading...Once you’ve purchased gold or silver, even if it’s from a seller you trust, you may have one question rolling around in the back of your mind: is it real? It’s not always easy to tell if a bullion is actually gold or silver or if it’s simply plated. Fortunately, there are a number of […]
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Typically speaking, Modern Art can be dated from anywhere between 1860 through to the 1970’s. It stems from a reaction within the art community who began to move away the school of realistic representation toward the more experimental. This is the era of Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dali, Andy Warhol, and Jackson Pollock. This was an […]
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If you’ve just inherited your Great Aunt’s collection or are ready to let go of your own, you may be wondering how to make money from antique silver. Regardless of how you acquired it, you’ll want to learn all you can about the antique silver market, like when the best time to sell your wares, […]
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Antique Estate Jewelry commands a strong market for two simple reasons: *These pieces were made with beautiful and delicate craftsmanship and owned by sometimes very prestigious figures *To put it simply – they just aren’t making any more. These are the two defining components of Antique (usually referring to something more than 100 years old) […]
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If you are looking to sell your antique, not just any ‘ye-old’ place will do. You want to find the best places to sell antiques that you can trust to treat you fairly so you’ll get the most return for your treasure. Here are some tips that will help you narrow down the best of […]
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Collecting art is a valuable hobby, and there are some extremely valuable pieces out there. Historically, some have sold for incomprehensible amounts of money and can still be seen on display today. If you are interested in some of the most valuable pieces of art, take a look at these the world’s top most-expensive paintings sold […]
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Sterling silver dinnerware has a prestigious history, and sterling silver flatware is crucial to an antique sterling silver set. Beyond the use at the dinner table, the shape and beauty of sterling silver flatware, they are collectibles that can be very valuable. Typically, sterling silver flatware is passed down from generation to generation in families, […]
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For thousands of years, Chinese culture has created and revered the traditional arts. The history of Chinese porcelain is especially interesting, as it is heavily featured in many different types of Chinese crafts and was widely used across nearly all dynasties. Two primary categories are tao (or low-temperature fired), and ci (or high-temperature fired), and […]
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Whether collecting coins, antique pieces, fine wines, or abstract paintings, art is an asset with each piece being one of its kind and so, is valuable. A great deal of time and money goes into defining each piece from the very first drop of skill. Then, a compilation of your collection costs you a lot […]
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Ebay is the world’s largest yard sale that has grown to over 183 million active users. It’s amazing to me that there is any order to it at all. Despite the massive quantity of transactions that occur each day, it can potentially be a great resource to those looking to get a general appraisal for […]
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Lithiographs, Giclees, and Serigraphs- Oh My! How much are antique prints worth and how to tell them apart? Antique prints are a popular collectable; they are a good representation of history and showcase beautiful fine art. As they were more affordable than an artist original work, they were not as rare, and many people find them […]
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Regardless of whether you are downsizing, clearing out an estate, or simply cleaning out your attic, estate liquidations can be hectic. From organizing and pricing your items, to dealing with people in your house haggling over prices, sometimes it may not even seem worth it. But with the right estate liquidators helping you, the process […]
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Many Florida homes feature Chinese antique silver pieces for the right reasons. These can indeed be a quaint and ornate addition to any atmosphere. As you can imagine this genre has a rich history, which could help you identify genuine items when you see them. Westerners started travelling to China as tourists for the first […]
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Do you have antique, vintage, or estate jewelry that you are ready to sell? You’ve likely held onto your pieces for some time, so you’ll want to get the most for your collection. While a professional is your best resource for determining how to price your pieces, there are a few things that can help […]
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Valuing antique gold and fine jewelry can be difficult- marks can vary based on age and how can you tell if a stone is a real diamond or not? When you are looking to sell your family heirloom jewelry, you want to make sure you are getting a fair price from a dealer. Here are […]
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Last week, I was honored to be quoted in an expert article on the value of certain antiques written in Long Live Your Money. Various commonly owned or inherited antiques were discussed, including the ones I gave information on. These were Asian antiques (Asian art, Chinese snuff bottles, etc.) and of course, sterling silver antiques […]
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When you are considering selling antiques in Naples, it can be difficult to know where to start. You want to make sure you find a reputable dealer that will give you a fair price. No one likes finding out after, the fact that their piece was worth a considerable amount more than they were paid […]
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The Fascination of Mid Century Modern Art Why does Mid Century modern art continue to be popular, and why have collectors embraced its look so emphatically? These pieces were innovative for their time, and remain so. They elicit an emotional spark in the viewer. History and value of expressionist art Abstract Expressionism developed in the […]
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At some point, everyone needs to do downsizing- maybe you are an recent empty-nester, or a new caregiver for an elderly parent’s home. How can you downsize easily, while receiving the best return for your belongings? Follow these guidelines, especially geared for selling collectibles and antiques. 1. Decide if you’re really downsizing- how much do […]
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Where did snuff bottles come from? Before the exploration of the Americas in the early 1400’s tobacco was unknown to Europeans, however after the discovery of this product in the late 15th century, tobacco usage caught on quickly, and people created simple boxes to keep the valuable powder dry. Portuguese sailors brought tobacco to the […]
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Once you have fallen in love with a piece of oriental antique furniture and added it to your Bradenton collection, it is important to properly maintain the piece. Antiques are old and often more fragile than other furniture. These pieces require to specific care to unintentional destruction. Caring Daily: Pieces of oriental antique furniture should […]
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If you are looking to sell vintage silver tea sets in Tampa there’s no better place to go than Sarasota Antique Buyers. We buy all kinds of antiques, from jewelry and hollowware to furniture and porcelain—whether they are individual pieces or entire collections. One of the most important stages of selling silver tea sets is determining […]
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Being the premiere company for estate liquidations in Sarasota means we have an obligation to the public to help them understand how this, sometimes esoteric, process works. The reasons why a person might decide to liquidate their assets or sell a property are many, and can occur at various points in someone’s life. Maybe a […]
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Are you familiar with all of the benefits of estate liquidations and when it’s best to have one for your Orlando property? If you need to empty out a property, or sell off belongings or antique collection, then this is the service you need. But what does it entail, and how does it work? Do […]
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When you need to sell antique gold jewelry, whether it’s a small piece or even a private collection, it is not as simple as selling something in the St. Petersburg paper, taking it to a pawn shop, or even putting it on an online website such as Craigslist or Ebay. This type of sale can […]
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When you sell or buy antiques from the Venice area, there are so many types and styles, which originate from so many countless sources, that it’s often difficult to tell them apart. To see a good example of how confusing a single focus area can be, we need only look at vintage and estate jewelry. […]
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At Sarasota Antique Buyers, we know that the term “modern art” can be difficult to understand. It is such a broad term, and it seems like so many different artists could fall under this category. Unlike the more traditional Baroque period, where many of the paintings use the same colors and depict the same themes, […]
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The simple answer is yes. If you hope to sell any historical, artistic work then an antique appraisal is absolutely vital to receiving a fair price. In fact, acquiring an accurate market analysis from a knowledgeable source in the Sarasota area is perhaps the most important part of the selling process. What’s So Complicated about […]
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Do you want to sell your antique or vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos clocks in Bradenton, Sarasota, Siesta Key, Longboat Key, or Venice? Sarasota Antique Buyers is southwest Florida’s leading buyers and brokers of all LeCoultre, Cartier, and Argent, as well as all types of fine antique clocks. As knowledgeable antique dealers, we have been in business […]
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If you are looking for how to sell your gold jewelry successfully for cash, you will quickly learn there are a number of options available to you. The goal is to find the one that will give you the most money for your piece, right? There are a decent number of antique dealers, pawnshops, and […]
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If you have a piece of antique artwork, you are probably wondering how much it’s worth. Maybe it has been hanging on your wall for years, or maybe you just picked it up at an estate sale last week. Either way, knowing more about it can’t hurt, even if only for insurance reasons, but especially […]
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Modern furniture and sculptures are works we’ve become accustomed to seeing in contemporary society, and which still inspire artists to this day, despite the fact their roots are over a century old. But when these artists first began designing and sculpting their works, they were spearheading the modernism movement, doing things no one had […]
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Anyone looking to learn more about, buy, or sell antique post-impressionistic paintings should enjoy our blog post this week. Prepare yourself for an abridged history lesson that will hopefully prove to be an informative and interesting journey! What is Post-Impressionism? In order to adequately answer this question, we must first briefly review the predating style […]
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Have you unexpectedly come across a family heirloom antique silver tea set while rummaging through the attic or going through a dusty old closet? Among the first things that may enter your mind is how valuable is it? These tips will help you evaluate your piece, show you the difference between an antique sterling silver […]
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Sometimes it’s hard to know whether you have a sterling silver or plated item. If you have antique jewelry, flatware, hollowware, hallmarks, etc. that you have no use for, you should strongly consider selling them to an expert antique buyer in Sarasota, Tampa or St. Petersburg. Whether or not you’re interested in selling the item, […]
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At Sarasota Antique Buyers, we are very interested in purchasing your sterling silver in the Tampa Bay area. Of course, we’re also interested in making sure our customers know just what their silver is worth. After all, too many people don’t realize the value of what they possess or even the type of silver they […]
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At Sarasota Antique Buyers, we are frequently asked, “How much is my sterling silver tea set worth?” The answer can often be complicated since value is determined by so many different factors. These can add a great sophisticated look to any home, especially when they are both functional and decorative. And if your collection is […]
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Selling your antique jewelry online is an adventure, to be sure. You can end up doing very well for yourself, or you could end up getting taken. The outcome will depend on knowing the antique jewelry buyers, the market for jewelry, and the value of your pieces. If you are interested in selling antique jewelry […]
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When going through your jewelry box, do you often find yourself looking at pieces you’ve never worn or have only worn a few times? If you’ve inherited these pieces or bought them for very little from an estate sale or auction, you might wonder if they’re really worth keeping. Should you toss them to make […]
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Selling an antique painting can be a lengthy and painstaking process. You have to market it correctly, field calls from interested parties, and make sure it is properly showcased. You have to figure out how to protect it when someone comes to view it, and how to present it in a way that highlights its […]
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If there is one thing that antique painting buyers often ask themselves, it is this: What is it that makes certain antique paintings valuable and others worthless? Whether you are looking for the best place to sell paintings in order to turn a profit on paintings you’ve acquired or you work for a “we buy […]
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I often talk about the way in which an antique tells a story. A story, which in some ways is more valuable than it’s bottom dollar. I like to say that an estate tells an epic, an opus, it is something really quite memorable. An estate story is a harmony of it’s historical contents and […]
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Great works of arts are pleasing to the eyes. They showcase the ingenuity of the artist and hold so much value. Investing in such works can be rewarding once you know how to spot real antique paintings. It is also important to know how much a painting is worth before investing in it. There are […]
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Selling an estate can be a daunting experience, especially if you aren’t sure where to start. Many people make the mistake of opening up their home for an estate sale and take any offer that comes their way, as they simply want to make money as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, you could be selling items […]
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If you’ve lost a parent, grandparent, or other family member, you may be tasked with liquidating their estate. It is no small feat to sort through, organize, and sell a lifetime’s worth of valuables and possessions, so it is no surprise that this activity is often stressful. Despite the varied emotions that you are probably […]
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So you’re at a sale in Sarasota and you are interested in some beautiful estate jewelry you’ve found. The family is clearing out the property and everything must go by the end of today, there are other people eyeing the piece you want, and you don’t have time to deliberate long. Is it worth the […]
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Antique Porcelain can carry with it a fascinating history and unexpected value. People often think to look at the markings on their silver or gold items as these markings help identify purity, manufacturer and age – however when it comes to porcelain, there seems to be more uncertainty among the general public. This tradition of […]
Continue reading...Fine jewelry can be a little bit like the colorful plumage on a tropical bird. It is stunning and decorative while it is being worn but, eventually, is shed and cast aside like beautiful feathers. The difference is that fine jewelry can be used as a beautiful, decorative plumage for a new owner after being […]
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Have you inherited an estate full of items that you don’t want to keep? If that’s the case, you might be looking for an estate sale company to help you sell these items. But you don’t simply want to pick a company name at random—it’s important that you work with a good estate sales team […]
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Do you have antiques laying around your house that you don’t need anymore? How about some ideas for unique and unforgettable gifts this year? It’s time that you considered checking out some antiques or, the holiday season is a great time to sell the antiques that you don’t use. People are searching for the perfect […]
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When you’re considering selling your antique gold and silver, you probably do a little bit of research to learn more about the market and the pieces you have. It’s great to be informed, but not every antique dealer would agree. Some try to keep a few little secrets from their customers. If you’re going to […]
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Charles Tiffany was born February 15, 1812 in Killingly, Connecticut. About 25 years later, in 1837, Charles Tiffany and John Young, and later in 1841, they added J.L.. Ellis as a partner, began Tiffany, Young and Ellis in Lower Manhattan. That company at the time was founded at first to sell fancy goods and stationery. […]
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Oriental antique furniture has an ornate beauty and history that can become the centerpiece of a room in your Orlando home or complement an existing theme perfectly. There are a variety of styles, and each has distinctive features. If you are in the market for Oriental furniture, you should never purchase a piece if you […]
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