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Posted on September 22nd, 2008 by Ralph Serpe
Even today jewelry is considered to be a thing of wonder, each piece of antique jewelry is regarded as unusual, and unique, in many cases a real one of a kind. Antique jewelry is precious and rare and is often used to make someone feel very unique and special. Today the market for antique jewelry is actually very large, from the corner shop to auction houses and internet sites, one must take care to get all of your investment’s worth. Many people out there are ready and willing to take advantage of a person’s naivety. Dealing with the amount of money required to invest in antique jewelry needs a bit of finesse. Anyone who is interested din getting into the antiques market must be willing to do some research and learn about the pieces he is interested in.
When purchasing a piece of antique jewelry you should be well informed and practiced in checking the jewelry to make sure that it is authentic and worth whatever price the seller is asking for. The seams of antique jewelry often say a lot about the condition of a piece. In fact, the very existence of a seam can tell you that the piece may have had a previous life. It is often the case that jewelers will cut a piece of jewelry out of an antique dress or other old accessories in order to make them easier to sell. If you are done looking at the back, then you should check out the front for any missing stones. Buy one of those special magnifying glasses used to examine jewelry in order to spot small flaws in any repairs done in the jewelry. You should also check out the overall design and style of the antique jewelry as this will give you a clue as to how old a piece actually is. This, of course, can give you an estimated value of the jewelry.
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Posted on September 1st, 2008 by Fred Peters
Longaberger baskets are the most collected baskets in the baskets collectibles industry. Every basket collector immediately recognizes a Longaberger basket. These baskets have become the ubiquitous basket representing the entire basket market. Millions of basket collectors from around the world collect them and decorate their houses with them. Collectors hold basket parties where collectors gather to socialize and share their love for baskets. This love for baskets has created a very lucrative second hand market for these collectibles.
These handcrafted baskets are made out of beautiful maple hardwood. The Longaberger Company is known for their quality of workmanship. Each basket is hand woven and is a piece of art. To basket collectors the beauty of the design and materials of these baskets stands out above the rest. While each basket is recognizable as a basket handmade by The Longaberger Company, each also has a unique design setting it apart from the others. These baskets have different colors and different shapes. The secondary market for baskets is a thriving business. Thousands of baskets are auctioned online at stores like ebay. Thousands more are sold over Craigslist and USFreeads. Don’t forget the brick and mortar world. You can find great deals on used Longaberger baskets at flee markets and yard sales. You never know when you will find a valuable discontinued basket. Therefore, the value of these baskets is determined by many of the same factors as any other collectible. Look for scarce baskets. If there aren’t many models of that basket being sold today, these baskets will be of higher value. Look for quality. People want to buy baskets that are in good shape. The better the shape the more valuable. Look for autographs. Many baskets are signed by members of the Longaberger family. These signed baskets are very popular with collectors.
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Posted on August 15th, 2008 by Wolfgang Jaegel
Antique collecting involves the gathering of objects that goes back as far as thousands of years. Provided they are well preserved, you can actually make money by selling them in auctions. However, you don’t have to find ancient items for your mini museum. In fact, items such as old Coke bottles are some of the highly demand collectibles. Whether you are collecting them for leisure or profit, it is entirely up to you. There are some collectors who made fortune in this thriving small business which you can set up at home.
Being a collector, you need to specialize a certain range of rare items that you like to collect. Antiques can overwhelming because almost anything can be considered as rare collectibles as long as they are over 100 years old. Sometimes a collector can be a dealer also. A dealer is one who sells the collection of vintage objects. So, you can either be both of any one of them. Usually the value of the antiques depends on their scarcity. If the merchandise are highly in demand, people are willing to spend money to posses it because it may the only one left in the world. Therefore, it is not necessarily that the older the item, the higher the value. The rare items of similar characters can hold different values. Usually, the appraiser will examine items for damages or wear and tear. You should try not to collect them unless they are very rare. Dents or chips can lower the value of your whole collection. Antique collecting can a fun pastime and a profitable venture. You need to narrow down your interest. It will take a lot of money if you want to be a general collector. Always seek the opportunity to purchase higher quality collectibles to increase the value of your collection.
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Posted on July 21st, 2008 by Gregg Hall
There’s never been a better time to buy American Eagle Gold Coins. An economic recession is almost assured. Along with the varied fluctuations in the stock market and the downward trend in the real estate sector, more investors are compelled to put their money in items that will hold value, such as gold bullion coins. A recent trend analysis puts the gold market as one of the most flourishing areas of investment, offering the maximum returns. Most investors select American Eagle Gold Coins as their option for gold coin investments, as these are of assured quality. Likewise, the gold coin collectors, as a hobby or antique collection, prefer American Eagle Gold Coins, which are 91.67% purity or 22 karat. Generally pure gold is actually a mixture of the soft yellow metal and other metals like silver and copper, to make it more wear-resistant.
The American Eagle Gold Proof Coins are actually gold coins that have been specifically struck for collectors and to highlight or mark special occasions. Proof gold coins are not designed for general public circulation. Most of the coin collectors hunt for these types of gold coins. They are very impressive, attractive, glossy and worth the amount that is spent. Different processing techniques are used to make these American Eagle Gold Proof Coins, which gives it an imposing look and beauty. You should be always be very selective from whom you choose to purchase the gold coins. It is advisable to buy from reputable authorized merchants and clearly check for the purity and weight. There are many establishments approved by the US Mint. The online auction site, eBay, is very convenient and can be very cost effective method of obtaining American Eagle Gold Coins. A proper online search on eBay will turn up many varieties of American Eagle Gold Coins to add to your collection.
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Posted on June 21st, 2008 by Jill Andrus
An antique auction is an auction where the things sold are very old. Usually, antique auctions sell things that other collectors have offered or they sell antiques that people have left behind after they died. Whatever the reason, there are many great deals to be had at an antique auction. The best thing about an antique auction is that you can get great deals on items that have endured many, many years for sometimes pennies on the dollar. Depending on how many people are participating in the auction, you could get an antique item that’s much more expensive than what you paid for it. That’s why going to every antique auction around you can really pay off.
If you, too, have items that you’d like to get rid of to make room for something else, you can even offer your items to the antique auction. If you offer it to an antique house, they will likely receive a commission for allowing your item to go up for bids. If, however, you choose to auction the item off yourself, say on an auction site, you may have to pay a small fee to include it in the listing but all profits will be yours. Depending on the item, there’s no limit to what someone will pay. Sometimes, something you see as worthless can mean thousands or more to someone else. Whether you’re a collector, a dealer or just a hobbyist, looking for that certain piece to add to your collection, try an antique auction near you. You’ll be surprised at the deals you can find and you’ll complete your set in no time. Or, if it’s you who is holding the auction, think of all the money you can make to help someone fill up their antique collection.
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