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Tip! To buy more fresh antiques you have to see more antiques.
Antique collecting has now become one of the most competitive and exciting hobbies around the world. So if you are just starting out you are in for a real treat.
However, do not take the decision of collecting antiques lightly; it will change your life. But first you need to choose the type of antiques you want to collect and then concentrate on it, carry out as much research as possible before you rush in to your first purchase. What ever you do don’t do what some collectors have done where they have not chosen a niche item and just collect piles and piles of junk.
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Rocking chair antiques – What Sort of Antiques Should You Collect?
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February 24th, 2008
Tip! Long term care. How you treat your antiques over the long run will determine how well they keep their value.
The flea market and garage sale season are always popular. Here’s what you need to know to make your next flea market or garage sale outing a success.
DO arrive early. This is true for flea markets and garage sales. The good stuff really does get snapped up quickly. Remember you’ll have lots of competition from professional dealers to part time eBayers to the flea market and garage sale junkies who all start at the crack of dawn.
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The dos and don’ts of shopping for (Stove antiques) antiques at flea markets and garage sales
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February 16th, 2008
Tip! To buy more fresh antiques you have to see more antiques.
What can increase your sales volume and make you more productive day in and day out? You’ve probably heard this three word statement that seperates those who wish they could do better,from those who really do.
Knowledge is power!
This three word statement is more than just a great philosophy. The more knowledge you have about antiques, the higher the increase in your overall profitability…as long as you use that knowledge. Knowledge can literally make or break your antique business.
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Fishing antiques – The Most Powerful Attribute in Antiques and Collectibles
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February 3rd, 2008
Tip! Allison Thompson a work from home mum now living in Spain who has become interested in collecting antiques and has produced a site called Antique Adventures providing information on this subject. If you would like to learn more please go to http://www.
Every one of us has that special something that has been in the family for as long as we can remember. It could be an antique jar, a vase, or whatever. As far as we know they have been handed down from generation to generation waiting there patiently for the day that an auction decides how much it’s really worth.
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Find Collectibles, Antiques, Heirlooms and Art – Online Auctions or Offline (Steamer trunk antiques)
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January 30th, 2008
Tip! Because of the value of gold, its repair and restoration is best left to an expert goldsmith. If gold antiques become dull, the shine can be restored by, polishing with either a jewellers’ rouge or chamois leather.
When I tell people I sell my Antiques online they immediately jump to the conclusion that I sell at Ebay. Although selling on eBay has its benefits there are also additional ways to sell online. Consider the fixed price online Antique Mall. There are many benefits when selling on an online Antique mall.
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Selling Antiques (Violin antiques) Online – Another Option
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November 18th, 2007
Tip! For a more comprehensive look at Antiques, visit Susan’s sites at antique-classics.info.
Antiques are a great way to adorn your rooms. But there are several things to consider before you buy that rare antique item that you have been looking for so long.
Antiques can be any collectible item that has aesthetic value and is approximately 100 years old or even more. Grand clocks, pianos, jewelry items, vintage fashion, silverware, ivory or Faberge eggs are just some examples of desirable antiques. People have their own particular preference for different antique pieces, such as antique clock or antique Chinese porcelain etc.
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China antiques – Guide To Purchasing Antiques
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November 14th, 2007
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