How to Spot Antiques

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By Colette French
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Antiques are a treasure to find and they are beautiful to see and behold. If collecting antiques is a hobby that you have or if collecting antiques are an interest you would like to get involved in, here are some pointers for beginners.

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Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Step 1

Develop an eye for antiques by studying the history of various antiques. It is a good idea to start studying certain pieces of antiques that you find interesting such as clothing, furniture, etc. so that you can become familiar with the antiques that interest you and you will be able to spot them easily when in stores.
Step 2

Look at certain details or "logo prints" or markings on items. They can give you clues of whether an item is considered an antique or not. Usually, true antiques will have an engraving of a person's name or a certain type of marking.
Step 3

Go to resale shops or thrift stores. You will be amazed at what you might find at these stores.
Step 4

Watch antique shows. You can learn quite a bit from these programs on how to spot antiques because not all antiques have markings on them but because they were created in a specific day in time, they are now considered very valuable antiques.

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denny2 said

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on 2/18/2009 sorry about that... my mouse got stuck on the post a comment (apologies!)

denny2 said

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on 2/18/2009 You might also want to consider one of the antique school's out there... my sister took a program from the Ashfrod or Asheford institute (sorry can remember the name), but she really seemed to like it... and said it made her bargain hunting days at garage sales a lot better... not sure if that helps???