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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Thinking about getting into the antiques trade? For some, it becomes a fun hobby that also generates some income. Others turn it into a full-time job, especially after retirement. No matter why you’re interested in selling antiques & collectibles, here are a few essential things you should know before diving into the world of buying, […]
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When it comes to finding exquisite jewelry pieces that exude luxury and elegance, there are several top-tier brands that stand above the rest. Whether you’re searching for a dazzling ring, a timeless necklace, or a statement bracelet, these renowned jewelry houses offer unparalleled craftsmanship and opulent designs. Let’s take a closer look at five of […]
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Sterling silver dinnerware has a prestigious history, and sterling silver bowls are among the most frequently used items in a set. In addition to their practical use at the dinner table, the shape and beauty of sterling silver bowls make them excellent decorative objects. Their natural luster and shine, combined with their elegant design, make […]
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Investing in something you’re unaware about its existence & qualities is similar to entering into a new, unknown phase of your life. You have no idea what to do, how & when to take step or whether the step you’re taking results into a positive outcome or not. Meanwhile investing in antiques & collectibles should […]
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Modern art can be quite valuable. This is puzzling to some people because modern art can sometimes seem deceptively simple. Not everyone can appreciate the value of work that produced by artists like Jackson Pollock. Modern art buyers appreciate the historical and social significance of modern art, as well as the thought the artists put […]
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Are you looking for an antique dealer in Bradenton, FL who can offer you the highest possible prices for your estate antiques ? Do you need to sell off a single item, collection, or an entire estate? Would you like to receive the most for your historical pieces? Then look no further than Sarasota Antique […]
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If you are looking to buy or sell collectibles & antiques at high value, then finding the right antique dealer in St. Petersburg is crucial. With the help of Sarasota Antique Buyers, we will ensure that you receive a fair price for an authentic, high quality item or collection. We have been in the buying […]
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If you have a large number of estate antiques in your home that you want to sell off – or if a family member has passed away and left a sizeable estate – an estate sale is a great choice for liquidating these items. Conducting an antique estate sale is far more complicated that holding […]
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If you have an antique jewelry collection, it is understandable that you’re interested in how much it is worth. Professional antique dealers and jewelers will look for a variety of factors when determining the value of your rare antique jewelry, and by knowing these important aspects, you can get a better idea about what your […]
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If you have to get rid of a house, whether it’s due to bankruptcy, a death in the family, a divorce, move or downsizing, you want to get the most bang for your buck when you empty the place out. You may think that doing it yourself through a garage sale is the best way […]
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For years, you’ve visited estate sale after estate sale on a quest to find interesting estate jewelry pieces. Now, the time has come to make a choice and sell your precious jewelries. But how do you know you are getting the best price? You haven’t thought about it, right? However, It is unwise to just […]
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How Estate Sales Work? Estate sales are a way to liquidate a whole house or property. They are typically necessary when downsizing, inheriting property, or moving. Estate sales are often held on site at the property and can include some or all of the belongings. Professional estate liquidation dealers can plan and implement the entire […]
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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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Hello readers! So, what’s going on? Are you upto something or just enjoying the spring season outdoor? Anyways, we’re here to ring the bells of “something interesting on board” for our readers. As being a passionate antique collector, we’ve seen many different types of breathtaking ancient items. Including rare vintage comic books & film promo […]
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If you have an antique silver tea set that you are looking to sell, here are some tips to help you get the best value for your item: Get an Appraisal : Before selling your antique silver tea set, it’s important to know its value. You can get an appraisal from a professional appraiser or […]
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Antiques Roadshow is a popular show that travels around the United States to appraise antiques and collectibles brought in by members of the public. When attending an Antiques Roadshow event, it is important to note that tickets are required for entry and that they are typically distributed through a random drawing process. Additionally, there are […]
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What are Silver Markings and How Do You Read Silver Hallmarks? Silver markings are stamped or engraved markings on silver objects that provide information about the quality, authenticity, and origin of the silver. These markings are also known as silver hallmarks and are a way to verify the purity of silver and ensure that the […]
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Antique and modern art all require an expert opinion and evaluation in the selling process in order for you to get the value of the art that you really deserve. Before you head out of your house with your antique or modern art in tow, make sure you do all the research that you possibly […]
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Great works of art 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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With antique oil paintings, the composition, condition, and artist can all have a great impact on the value. We love identifying pieces brought to us by our Florida clients, especially when it is a particularly old or rare artistic work. We also understand that people are naturally curious; whether the piece was found by an […]
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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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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 […]
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If you’ve collected artifacts, antiques, and other objects, you may have done so with the intent of selling them. But what if that’s not your plan at all? There are many ancient artifacts out there that look amazing, and you may not want to sell them at all. If you don’t sell them, what else […]
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Do you know if your vintage jewelry is valuable or not? Some people do have pieces that are surprisingly worth a lot of money. Others may have items that they believe are valuable but are actually not. If you know how to identify your antique or vintage jewelry, you won’t be shocked when you visit […]
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Recently, the phrases “art” and “millions” have become incredibly well-liked when used together. It’s no secret how highly regarded modern art is. Selling modern art is bringing in millions of dollars for its creators. Art is cherished and highly regarded since it is a manifestation of numerous intangibles, historical eras, and moments. People used to […]
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If you hear about an estate sale or liquidation, you may be quite excited—it could be your chance to pick up some valuable antiques for a very good price, especially if no one there knows the true value of the items. In fact, some people seek out antique liquidation sales to purchase items for next […]
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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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As collectors, we enjoy buying modern art. Yet, the business of finding and buying modern art paintings can be a little bit tricky, to say the least. Here are some pointers for modern art buyers that can help you find the piece that you love with a minimal amount of hassle. Understand yourself You need […]
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Antique is a treasure word, which describes rare collectibles that are highly valuable because of their age. Ancient furniture are still glowing with the same sparkle and interest in the eyes of people. Many individuals are fond of old things like, dining tables, showcases, beds, drawers, and love to decorate their homes with such wonderful […]
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Gorham Silver Co. is one of the largest American manufacturers of sterling and silverplate. It’s long history and beautiful pieces make it one of the most well-known manufacturers in the entire world. It’s resume of historic commissions and recognition in notable events around the world are as interesting as they are impressive. Gorham’s Start Jabez […]
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Knowing when you have Gorham Silver- The Gorham Manufacturing Company is one of America’s largest manufacturers of silver-plate and sterling pieces, along with a foundry for bronze sculpture. Gorham got his start in 1831 with Jabez Gorham in partnership with Henry Webster. The two founded the silver company in Gorham’s hometown of Providence, Rhode Island. […]
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Looking for a silver jewelry or silverware? Here is something new for you to learn about. We are talking about the similar looking silver-types, Argentium and sterling, which have major distinctions that make them beautiful in their own way. However, they also have major benefits to discuss in detail, and we always love to purchase […]
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If you plan to sell your antique collection at an estate sale, antique shop, or other private sale, you may have to deal with the antique buyer directly. This can be a difficult exchange, as you’ll want to maximize the sale price while the buyer aims to lower it. Fortunately, if you follow a few […]
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Whether you’ve inherited it, found it in a basement or purchased it for a song at an estate sale, many people happen upon antique art that has the potential to fetch a tidy sum if sold to the right person. The problem you may have is that you have no idea how much your work […]
Continue reading...Are you going to be hosting an estate sale in the near future in order to liquidate your valuable assets? An estate sale company can simplify the process by taking on the most complicated aspects of the job. However, it is important that you choose a trusted Florida company to handle your sale, and there […]
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Did you know that there are antique buyers that come to your home? If you are looking for Sarasota antique buyers, this may come as a surprise…and a good one at that! Having an antique buyer comes to you saves you time and energy. It’s a convenient way to sell antiques in Sarasota. There are […]
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What is the Christofle Silver? Silver plating was a revolutionary innovation that was both developed and perfected by Christofle company founder C. Christofle. With silver plating, it suddenly became possible to democratize the trade of silversmithing in order to make beautiful silver pieces more affordable for customers. With silver plating, customers who had previously coveted […]
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If you’ve got a set of silver lying around, you might have noticed that it’s starting to look a little less than gorgeous. That means it’s time to polish it. But do you really want to use a silver polisher that potentially includes harmful chemicals? You’re going to be eating with these utensils, after all, […]
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If you want to sell antique paintings in Bradenton, Clearwater, Englewood, Fort Myers, Longboat Key, Naples, Orlando, Port Charlotte, Siesta Key, St Petersburg, Tampa and Venice then it’s time to contact Sarasota Antique Buyers. Our passion is for all forms of art and their associated history and story. You’ve cherished your piece of work this […]
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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 be an informative and exciting journey! Post-Impressionism: What is it? In order to adequately answer this question, we must first briefly review the predating style that […]
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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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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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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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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 […]
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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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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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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 antique vintage jewelry collection. Antique, vintage, and […]
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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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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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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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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. Each piece is one of its kind and so valuable. Much time and money go into defining each piece from the first drop of skill. Compiling your collection costs you a lot of dedication and investment. It makes sense to keep […]
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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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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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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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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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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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Estate liquidation is the process of selling the assets of a deceased person, or someone who wants to downsize or relocate. These assets can include personal belongings, real estate, and other valuable items. The purpose of estate liquidation is to use the proceeds to pay off debts, expenses, or taxes, and distribute the remaining assets […]
Continue reading...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 […]
Continue reading...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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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