Antiques

Christmas ornaments are fun collectibles, and especially the Hallmark and silver ornaments. Many of the Christmas ornaments have very little value because there were so many made, and that has...

Many people have heard the name John Deere before, but what is John Deere exactly? John Deere is a company that specializes in tractors and other agricultural equipment. Although the people that...

You like antique furniture. You use it for decoration or for functional uses in your home. Know what you are getting and it can be an investment as well.

Tin toys or metal trucks are something very popular to collect. Though value is really driven by condition. When you start your collection you can start with what you like. Then try to upgrade always.

Depression era glassware was a very neat item that was ery inexpensive in its day. Now some pieces hold a good value. Start by a little research and then watch out for reproductions in your...

Old antique or vintage glass crystal is a prized family treasure, often handed down from generation to generation. Over time, glass may become dirty, stained or cracked. Restoration, which means...

You want to start collecting a certain type of pottery but do not want to get ripped off. Try these easy tips.

Stoneware, thicker than porcelain, is heavy, non-porous and fired at high temperatures. Generally, stoneware is gray but can vary in color according to the type of clay used. Stoneware has been...

Old, antique and vintage tools include shovels, chisels, drill bits, saws, planes and more. Generally, old tools are made from wood and iron. Vintage tools accumulate dirt and rust and need...

Collect marbles for beauty or investment. Antique marbles are still available, and contemporary art glass marbles are being made daily. Some of the best glass artisans of today are making...

Sterling silver is generally divided into two categories: holloware (shaped pieces such as teapots, bowls and plates) and flatware (flat items such as knives, spoons and forks). Much of the...

Eyeglasses have been around since 1286 when they were invented in Pisa, Italy. If you depend on glasses to see long distances or to read or do close work, you appreciate what a wonderful invention...

You may want to know the date of an old, antique or vintage chair because you want to sell it. Alternatively you may just be curious about that old chair of Grandma's. Finding the date, or...

Antique hair brushes are some of the loveliest types of antiques around. Some are plated in real silver with ornate designs; others have porcelain backs with detailed patterns or intricate floral...

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Just as the mantra for real estate is "location, location, location," the key factor in determining the value of an antique car is "condition, condition, condition." A 1948 Nash that's rusty and...

The history of table lamps relates to the history of inventions, society and interior design. For example, when the Argand lamp (patented by Aimé Argand in 1780) was first invented at the end...

To care for vintage hooked rugs, handle them gently, do very little cleaning, store them correctly and hang them carefully. When you use antique textiles in your home, you need to balance your...

The production of Pfaltzgraff stoneware began in 1811 by George Pfaltzgraff, a German immigrant who settled in York, Pennsylvania. He began making salt-glazed jugs and crocks for food storage and...

Collecting antique beds is something that might not appeal to some, as they simply don't have enough room in their home to display the beds properly. Others like collecting the beds because such...

Have a family heirloom or you bought an old piece of furniture and want to fix it up. This should help you.

The history of hammers dates back to the 4th century, from which archaeologists have found evidence of men using crudely made hammers as a tool. Hammers were later made by blacksmiths, who put...

Sevres porcelain was originally created during the early- to mid-part of the 18th century when a man began making pieces that mimicked the look of Saxon pieces. These pieces were popular because...

Bottle stoppers were once used as a way of sealing glass bottles, in the days before the invention of bottle caps. Most of these stoppers were made of glass or porcelain, with a cork bottom. The...

Enamelware dates back to the 1870s when it was sold in catalogs and offered for sale in certain types of shops. These pieces were used frequently because they were more lightweight and came in...

Wedgwood is one the leading producers of fine china and the company has existed in different forms since the 18th century. Today the company is well-known for bone china, which is a popular choice...

Vintage bear bows were used to hunt and catch bears, as well as other types of animals. This falls under the category of archery collecting, which is a fast-growing field. There were many...

Kitchen glassware is an all-encompassing term given to any type of glass pieces used in the kitchen. If you're new to the world of collecting, you might feel confused with terms like "vasoline...

Mardi Gras is a celebration that takes place in New Orleans, Louisiana every year. Part of the festival involves people riding on floats and throwing beads to people on the street and parade goers...

Appreciated and collected since the 1920s, antique Navajo rugs are found in museums, homes, and offices. If you have collected Navajo rugs and now want to sell them, begin by determining their value.

Antique hand painted Nippon China is both beautiful and fun to collect. When Japan (Nippon) opened its borders to trade with the West, in the mid 1800’s, they began producing china for export to...

Convert an antique lamp into a functional piece to use in your home on a daily basis. Converting an antique oil lamp can give new life to a family heirloom or a great antique-shop find. This...

Cast iron was once used in the manufacturing of everything from pans to doorstops and antique toys made from cast iron are highly collectible. The value of these toys depends on the condition of...

Cast iron skillets and pans are among the most popular collectibles on the market. Visit any flea market or swap meet and you'll likely find dozens of sellers offering antique cast iron pans....

Ironstone, or stoneware, is made of porcelain and iron slag and was first patented in 1813 by Charles James Mason of Staffordrshire, England. Its durability and attractiveness are what made it so...

A colorful antique pot collection can liven up any corner of your house. Whether it's Fiesta or Bückeberg, antique pottery can be displayed in almost any part of your home with success. The...

It's been 4,000 years since Chinese potters experimenting with locally mined white clay fired their wares at a temperature of 1,280 degrees Centigrade to produce the first true porcelain. The...

Collecting and restoring antique tractors is a growing hobby. According to American Collectors.com, some old tractors have been valued at $100,000 or more. If you own or are planning to restore an...

Many times china dishes and other pieces get broken or misplaced leaving a collection incomplete. Discontinued china pieces from sets or pattern collections may be hard to find, but there are many...

Bisque dolls originated in Europe. They were made in Germany and France and eventually went to makers in China. Sometimes they are referred to as China dolls. Bisque dolls are one of the first...

So you've inherited a crate full of Grandma Victoria's dinnerware, but you haven't a clue whether it's Wedgewood or Spode, Royal Doulton or Beleek. Time to put on your detective cap and do a...

Oyster plates are valued collectibles that were originally created for a specific purpose. As oysters became popular, different ways of keeping them cold and presentable became necessary. These...

Keeping antiques in top shape is something many collectors enjoy. Some antique objects, such as jewelry, may require more care than others. Such is the case with items made of ivory. For example,...

Collecting oil cans can be a fun and rewarding hobby. Many models of oil cans are available for reasonable prices. There are only a handful of rare and hard-to-find examples that fetch in the low...

Perfume bottles come in a range of styles and colors, including glass, ceramic and atomizers, which have a small sprayer attached. Many collectors specialize in a specific style, such as...

People young and old have collected artistic crafts of earlier eras for many years. Hull pottery pieces are prized and displayed in homes around the world. This style of pottery has a distinctive...

Mechanical banks are a hot toy for collectors, especially those made of cast-iron. The toys feature working parts, such as a dog that does a backflip when you put a coin in the slot....

Hummel figurines are a type of collectible created by M.I. Hummel. This small statues and figurines are easily identified by the specific markings and trademark logos found on the bottom of the...

Tiffany lamps are stained glass lamps created by Tiffany Studios that are highly sought after on the collectibles market. A large number of reproductions are on the market, which can be difficult...

Gorham silver flatware is timelessly beautiful with an interesting history. According to Gorham, Presidents throughout history, including Lincoln and Grant, served White House dinners with Gorham...