How to Collect Antique Electric Fans
Scouring local consignment shops and yard sales for forgotten treasures can be exhilarating. Finding that one gem buried beneath a stack of old coats in the corner, covered in dust, can be especially rewarding. Collecting antique electric fans allows you to pursue pieces of history that have escaped the trash heaps in favor of an antique shop, thrift store, or estate sale. In this way, you become not only a collector, but a savior for all fan-kind.
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Instructions
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Familiarize yourself with the history of antique electric fans. Research the relative value assigned to manufacturers and models.
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Clear a space in your house to store your collection. The space should be dry and temperate. Ensure that shelving is capable of holding the weight of several antique electric fans.
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Consult the local paper or a search engine to locate nearby antique stores, yard sales, consignment shops, and flea markets.
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Browse the available selection of your local shops and consult your guidebook if you have any pricing concerns. Note the condition of the item before purchasing it, and do not be afraid to ask questions or haggle with the seller.
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Catalog and arrange your collection in your room by manufacturer, date of manufacture, or any other method you might like. Keep the storage area clean and keep any particularly valuable items in a safe spot in the room.
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Tips & Warnings
Polishing or cleaning up your antiques might seem like a good idea, but this can often lead to depreciated value. If you want to clean your objects, consider taking them to a restoration expert because the cost spent on restoration can often lead to an increase in value that is greater than what you will spend having them restored.
References
- Photo Credit ancient fan image by Luisafer from Fotolia.com
