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How to Collect Spongeware

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People that collect Spongeware know that it is an interesting item to collect. The name "Spongeware" comes from the finish and glaze that are on the piece of stoneware, which was made from thick, heavy clay. Rust or blue colored paint was sponged ... more »

How to Date Antique Furniture

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Antique furniture is a beautiful piece of history you display in your home, but how do you know how old it is for certain? A bit of research about the origins of the item can help you date it easily. Read on to learn how to date antique furniture... more »

How to Date Collectible Antique Porcelain

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You can date antique porcelain collectibles if you can decipher the clues, such as the markings of a piece. You just have to know what to look for and where to find it... more »

How to Identify a Genuine Tiffany Lamp

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Tiffany lamps are admired by the masses and sought by collectors. Unfortunately, many false reproductions circulate the market that can even fool the experts. Whether you want to know if your lamp is genuine Tiffany, fancy yourself an armchair ... more »

How to Identify a Real Diamond

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Those who enjoy shopping for vintage jewelry in unconventional places know that there are valuable treasures waiting to be discovered. Whether you're looking at antique shops, thrift stores, consignment shops or even yard sales, it's always good ... more »

How to Identify Depression Glass Makers

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Depression glass plates, glasses, butter dishes and other tableware items were made by dozens of companies in the mid-1920s through 1940. The products were cheap and of a poor quality, sold in five-and-dime stores and used for giveaways. Despite ... more »

How to Identify Pressed Glass

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In looking at different kinds of glassware, pressed glass appears as a specific kind of process that was done in certain time periods. The making of pressed glass proceeded from early "blowing" glass procedures, and later was eclipsed by the ... more »

How to Rebind Books

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Old and rare books sometimes need to be rebound. This is especially true if the volume has great sentimental value or is a family heirloom. Having a book rebound may change the overall appearance of the book; however, if it's in a state of ... more »

How to Recognize Bauhaus Design

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If you are interested in design, you may have heard the terms Machine Age and Bauhaus used almost interchangeably. It’s true that they share several characteristics, but Bauhaus not only describes a certain look but also represents the movement ... more »

How to Spot Antiques Among Modern Merchandise

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While shopping, it can be very difficult to distinguish between an antique, a copy of an antique and modern merchandise modeled after antiques. There are several different ways, such as looking for signatures, certain markings, the ways things ... more »

How to Start a Decoy Collection

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A recent price for an A. Elmer Crowell standing goose went for over $600,000 at auction. Fortunately, decoys begin at around $20. The variety of decoys on the market place range in the hundreds of thousands, and most have been carved within the ... more »

How to Wind an 8-Day Clock

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If you own a spring-operated clock of any variety, you will need to wind it every once in a while to keep it ticking. An 8-day clock is a type that needs to be wound approximately once a week. There is a built-in grace period of one day, thus it ... more »

How to and Where to Collect Antiques

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Most people know the obvious places to look for antiques, but did you know that before you start out on your antique collecting journey, there are a few factors to consider before making a purchase. Learn what you need to do before purchasing ... more »

How to Appraise an Antique

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Many of us have inherited antique furniture or have purchased things at a garage sale or flea market that could be valuable. Appraising your antiques and collectibles is simple if you educate yourself to look for specific aspects of each piece. ... more »

How to Appraise an Antique Map

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Appraising an antique map's value ensures that you will offer for sale at a fair price. Follow these tips to get an idea of how much your antique map is worth... more »

How to Appraise Antique Dolls

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Antique dolls can be very beautiful, hand-crafted and unique. They often have very high sentimental value. If they are authentic, they could also have very high monetary value. Or they may be reproductions worth very little. There is only one way ... more »

How to Appraise Antique Jewelry

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Antique jewelry is often passed down through generations of a family, and is therefore very meaningful to the owner. If the piece is authentic, it could also be very valuable. To determine the monetary worth of your piece, you will want to ... more »

How to Appraise Antique Swords

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From medieval swords to samurai swords to Civil War swords, edged weapons are a diverse and fascinating subject. They can also be quite valuable. It is worth knowing a few tips on what to look for in a sword and how to get an idea of what it ... more »

How to Assemble a U.S. Coin Type Set as a Novice Collector

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A basic "Type" Set of U.S. Coins is a collection of one representative piece for each denomination. If there has been more than one design for each domination, these are included too. The first United States-issued coin was the 1792 "half disme." ... more »

How to Avoid Buying a Counterfeit Knife

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All knife collectors have purchased a fake or counterfeit knife - it comes with the territory. Unfortunately, most fakes are bought by novice or beginning collectors who, lacking knowledge and experience, have not learned the basics. While entire ... more »

How to Be Better At Bargaining

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Compared to many other countries, Americans are pretty lousy when it comes to bargaining or haggling over prices. Most consumers simply pay what's on the sticker price, even when they are at the flea market or a yard sale. Contrary to popular ... more »

How to Buy a Hood Ornament

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On the front of every luxury car you will find a hood ornament emphasizing class and money--or so people think. Made of brass, zinc or bronze, hood ornaments are chrome plated. There is a whole sub-culture of hood ornament collectors who spend ... more »

How to Buy an Antique 8-Day Clock

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Antique 8-day clocks are highly desirable among collectors. Eight-day clocks are found as tall case grandfather clocks as well as mantel clocks, wall clocks and cuckoo clocks. These timepieces are unique in that they need to be wound every eighth ... more »

How to Buy an Antique American Quilt

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When it comes to craftsmanship, handmade quilts can rival the best examples of antique furniture you'll find. Expect to pay hundreds, even thousands of dollars for quilts in very good condition. A quilt writes a history with every stitch. Here's ... more »

How to Buy an Antique Harley Davidson Motorcycle

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Harley Davidson motorcycle enthusiasts are some of the most loyal bikers and collectors on earth. They refuse to buy or ride anything but a Harley and will sport the logo on their clothes and own all kinds of Harley paraphernalia. Several Harley ... more »

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