Antique silver
Written by admin on August 23, 2008 – 7:58 am -Antique silver You may want to organize your antique silver collection by time period, style, or maker. Or, you may want to collect a certain kind of piece, such as antique silver-plated serving forks. Notice the hallmark, or stamp, which often indicates the standard of silver, origin, and other valuable information. There are two major categories of antique silverware: Antique flatware: Antique flatware includes utensils such as knives, forks, and spoons. Antique hollowware: Antique hollowware includes vessels like bowls, tea services, trays, and vases. Sterling silver is the highest-quality silver, but silver plate is affordable and retains all of the beauty of sterling. American silver that is slightly lower in value... more
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Antique Furniture Basics
Written by admin on August 20, 2008 – 7:39 pm -By: Simon Oldman Antiques may be of many different kinds and of all the antique collectibles and furniture happens to be the most popular and practical choice. Antique furniture is distinct from other categories of antiques in the sense that no one collects the same type of object repeatedly. It means that you would not want to buy and collect only tables or chests and fill up your home with everything the same. However, you may have a specific liking to certain wood or style. Elegant Antique Leather Sofa Furniture Loveseat Chair US $2,799.00 Viennese Chairs by JJ Kohn Company Antique Vintage US $3,800.00 Miniature Antique Sewing... more
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Antique Box
Written by admin on August 19, 2008 – 10:29 pm -An antique box can be irresistible for many people who are into antique collections. Collecting antique boxes made in the 18th and 19th centuries will make you feel the history of the box. The woodwork that is primarily seen on the surface clearly indicates the broad spectrum of the craftsmanship. You will see most antique boxes that are designed with inlay or lacquers. ANTIQUE 14K ESTATE CHRYSOPRASE SOLID GOLD PILL BOX US $379.00 Newly Design Antique Look Good Luck Elephant Trinkt Box US $22.85 Antique Religious Pill Box in Exquisite Condition US $11.50 Details on how these antique boxes... more
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Antique Rugs
Written by admin on August 18, 2008 – 8:54 pm -Antique Rugs Many antique rugs are handmade and are truly folk art. Rugs can have a flat surface, like on a tapestry or a pile surface. Anything smaller than 9 x 6 feet is a rug, while anything larger is a carpet. Runners refer to long, narrow carpets. Antique rugs refer to rugs more than 50 years old. Oriental rugs are of Chinese or Persian origin. BLACK FREE SH ROUND 6 X 6 PERSIAN AREA RUG ORIENTAL 00 US $239.89 ORIENTAL GOLD BEIGE CARPET 4 x 6 PERSIAN AREA RUG 19 US $49.89 NAVY BLUE 3X5 OVAL WOOL ORIENTAL AUBUSSON Area RUG SOFT US $69.95 Persian rugs include prayer rugs, urban-made rugs,... more
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Antique Chests
Written by admin on August 18, 2008 – 7:33 pm -Antique Chests By: Brijesh English Antique Chests are exquisitely made by artisan craftsmen that favor the open environment of a richly stocked library and comfortable study setting to place their works of art where they will be seen. As people socialize in their day-to-day business dealings, these sturdy crafted stands creatively offer female guests a conversation piece on which to pass the day. Sought by collectors who value true beauty, these chests are Era timepieces that have stood up to the test of time. FRENCH ANTIQUE STY BOMBE CHESTS NIGHTSTANDS END TABLES US $985.00 FRENCH LOUIS ANTIQUE STYL CHESTS NIGHTSTANDS END TABLES US $845.00 ... more
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