If you collect antique jewelry, one of the best ways to maximize the value of your pieces is to keep your items clean and beautiful. However, a general household cleaner won’t do when it comes to cleaning these items. You’ll need to take special care and specific precautions to clean your antique jewelry thoroughly while […]
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If you are interested in selling your antiques at an auction, it is important to choose the right auction house. On your quest to find the best place to sell your valuables, make sure you are asking the right questions. What Do You Charge for Pick Up? If you have antique furniture or another large […]
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If you are ready to sell your antiques or estate collectibles, you might not know where to start. It can be a daunting experience, especially if you have never sold anything in the past. However, if you keep a few helpful tips in mind, you can sell your antique estate items and maximize your profits. […]
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Are you an antique painting enthusiast? Whether you are interested in a specific artist or simply appreciating all beautiful artwork, antique paintings can make a great addition to any home art collection. In addition to serving as a valuable investment, the right antique painting can dramatically alter the appearance of a room while serving as […]
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If you have had a loved one pass away unexpectedly, you may have a daunting task ahead of you – dealing with the estate. There are a variety of ways to dispose of or liquidate the estate, but an estate sale is often the most profitable. If you want to attract estate sale buyers and […]
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You’ve spent years adding items to your antiqued bronze collection, and now you’re ready to cash in on your investment. However, you might not have any idea where to start. Now that you have this beautiful collection, what should you do to actually make money off of it? Know What Your Item is Worth In […]
Continue reading...If you are looking to add to your antique collection, an estate sale is a great place to find some new pieces. Antique estate sales are more organized than a garage or yard sale, and if you’ve never been to one, it is important to know what to expect. Follow these tips at your next […]
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When you are looking to sell your antiques, making sure you get a fair price for them is crucial- but how can you be sure? Finding a local appraiser you can trust is the key; these tips will help you determine if an appraiser is trustworthy. Ask friends and family for recommendations This can be […]
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When you have to sell a house, the easiest part is getting the realtor to list it and show. The hardest part is what you do with all the stuff that has accumulated over the years. From clothes to furniture, from knickknacks to art, all of this has to be sifted through to determine what […]
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Do you have an antique estate collection and are unsure of how much it might be worth? Getting the collection valued is the next step, but how do you do that? If you want to find out if you’re sitting on a gold mine, there are several steps that can help to get your collection […]
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Charles Schreyvogel (1861-1912) was a prominent American painter of Old West subject matter during the days of the disappearing frontier, and he was especially intrigued by military life. Schreyvogel’s portrayals of cavalrymen and cowboys came from both firsthand experience and escapist fantasy. From 1893 to 1905, he made frequent visits to the Western U.S. collecting […]
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Janet Scudder is an American sculptor who created a variety of artistic creations for both public institutions and private parties in the early 20th century. Scudder is best known for creating unique, ornamental garden sculptures, many of which were sought by wealthy Americans who wished to add them to the landscaped grounds of their lavish […]
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In 1993, Kansas City banker Crosby Kemper Jr. paid $5 million for 28 Georgia O’Keeffe water color paintings and had them displayed at the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art. Nearly six years later – after loaning the collection out to countless other museums – it was found that the paintings were actually fakes. Determining a […]
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People have many reasons to hold an estate sale or to liquidate the contents of a home. Many people have to empty a home because a loved one died and they inherited it. Other reasons are downsizing, retirement, financial problems, or divorce. Regardless of the reason, if you want to get the most money you […]
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There might be a time that comes when you have an antique or even a complete antique set to sell because you need quick cash. Specifically, if you are looking to sell oriental antiques, you need to know exactly how to find oriental antique dealers in your area. Approaching a local Orlando oriental antique store […]
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Trying to sell any antiques can be a daunting project. Between researching the items, trying to find provenance, and then getting estimated values many tasks must be completed before actually deciding where sell them to realize the highest return. However, when selling niche or rare antiques, such as Chinese pottery and porcelain, the actual decision […]
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Sterling silver tea sets have become synonymous with great occasions and tasty drinks. Sterling silver tea sets are a valuable addition to any home and they are best for serving fantastic drinks, like delicious hot tea, on special occasions. Sterling silver tea sets vary in size and shape, and they come in a lot of […]
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Sterling silver trays have a long beautiful history, often associated with tradition and classic elegance, class and beauty. Over the years, they have become the perfect gift at important ceremonial events such as weddings, christenings, and graduations, and they have found a special place in the homes of hundreds of thousands of people, whether it […]
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