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A Client's Guide For How to Take Photographs of Art and Antiques to Send to An Appraiser

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Silverplate is often thicker and heavier than sterling Age Style (for example, Nouveau is valuable, Rococo Revival less so) Famous makers (such as Tiffany) or retailed from a famous shop (for example Liberty or Cartier) Weight in troy ounces (this is different from regular ounces. Note the thickness of hollowware. Do you see kiln marks?

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These Vintage “Hidden” Flasks Cleverly Conceal Alcohol

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Almost any everyday functional object smaller than a breadbox (though sometimes bigger) became an impostor housing liquor. Prices depend on age, craftsmanship, material, and rarity. The fanciful art of disguising flasks expanded into a broad science.

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The Rise of Mid-Century Modern Antiques: What’s Trending?

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Rooted in the Bauhaus movement and Scandinavian simplicity, this aesthetic emphasized clean lines, functionality, and organic forms. Key characteristics of this design style include: Minimalism Simple yet functional pieces with little ornamentation. Organic Shapes Curved, flowing lines and geometric influences.

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The One-of-a-Kind Collection of Tom Sage, Sr. Up for Auction

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This auction is highly anticipated and is expected to showcase one of the most impressive collections to be sold because of the rarity and condition of many of the items. All over the world, collectors, historians, and toy lovers of all ages knew him and recognized his expertise. WHO WAS TOM SAGE, SR.? Tom Sage Sr.

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Insights on Auction Sales: Zodiac Coffee Table, NASA Ephemera

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Measuring a generous 48 inches by 35.75, and standing just under 16 inches tall, it had only minor wear, the kind that comes with age, good stories, and better cocktails. Fully functional, gleaming with nostalgia, and stamped with the iconic Have a Coke slogan, it was a fizzy little slice of Americana.

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