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How to Authenticate Jewelry Accurately & Cleaning Techniques

Jerry's Antiques and Estates

Knowing how to authenticate jewelry is crucial for both collectors and sellers. This blog post will provide an understanding of authenticating vintage silver jewelry, particularly sterling silver, along with suggestions on how to clean and keep these valuable items. Knowing how to understand these signs is crucial.

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Victorian Taxidermy: Curiosities and Oddities from the Age of Exploration

Invaluable

Collecting Victorian Taxidermy The art of taxidermy has enjoyed a revival in recent years, so identifying authentic Victorian taxidermy amid a crowded marketplace can be daunting. Synthetic materials likely indicate a modern or less authentic piece.

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Art Peritus | Real, Repro or Ruse? How to Spot Fake Antique Furniture

Art Peritus

Hardware – Hardware rarely ages at the same rate as the rest of the piece because it is more often handled and accrues more wear and tear. Is the hardware appropriate for the age of the piece? You will also want to check to ensure that there is ample wear on the underside of the feet to match the piece’s age.

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Unity, Accessibility, and Humanity: The Values that Connect Prevalent Writing Genres in Museology

The Mid-West Museum Association

As the director of the Smithsonian Associates, Fredie Adelman, told me “Audiences range in age from pre-K to post-retirement.” This means keeping multiple ages in mind while still tailoring writing to the age group for which the writing is intended. Select and create age-appropriate texts for your intended audience.

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4 Tips to Spot Hidden Gems in Antique Sales

Jerry's Antiques and Estates

Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a beginner, finding valuable goods requires a keen eye and some understanding of authenticity and historical worth. Look for wear and patina, which are indicators of age and use. Knowing more about these marks might help you determine the piece’s age and authenticity.

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How to Evaluate Estate and Vintage Jewelry: A Guide

Sarasota Antique Buyers

By learning how to evaluate each piece, determine its age, and assess its value, you can negotiate prices and make wise investments. It’s also crucial to know who buys vintage costume jewelry and authentic vintage jewelry and where you can find these buyers to ensure your success.

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The History and Significance of Antiques: What Makes Them Valuable

Jerry's Antiques and Estates

These artifacts’ scarcity, authenticity, and provenance all affect their historical and monetary value. This minimum age criterion aids in separating vintage items—generally regarded as being between 20 and 100 years old—from antiques. Finding antiques and learning about our past through archaeology are essential.