WorthPoint

JULY 1, 2024

WorthPoint’s Industry Partners are offering collectors oodles of prime antique and vintage items in July auctions, including a piece of naval history, artifacts from a famous tiki paradise, Newcomb pottery, uranium glass, and a rare advertising sign for fishing tackle. Jaremos Art Glass Specialists , estimate: $100–$200.

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Auction Central News

MAY 21, 2024

The earliest known mirror, found near what is now Konya, Turkey, dates to 6200 BC, predating the Copper, Bronze, and Iron Ages. It was made from obsidian, a form of black glass produced by volcanic eruptions. NEW YORK – We have always been desperate to get a good look at ourselves.

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WorthPoint

JULY 3, 2024

This ancient glass urn contains reddish liquid similar to wines produced in the same region today. Image Source: University of Córdoba via Fox News Many aficionados say wine tastes better with age because of the many complex chemical reactions taking place in the liquid over an extended period of time.

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Penrose Appraisals

MARCH 14, 2024

So, they snatch up grandma's lamp with the stained glass shade and bring it down to the local antique mall to find out what it is worth. In fact, some signs of age are a good thing - think of the nice green color that oxidized copper turns when it gets old. Intangibles.

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Sarasota Antique Buyers

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Valuing antique gold and fine jewelry can be difficult- marks can vary based on age and how can you tell if a stone is a real diamond or not? In Mohs scale glass is rated at 5.5, So, genuine diamonds will scratch a glass mirror. Use a magnifying glass. and diamonds at 10. Diamonds do not retain heat well.

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WorthPoint

MAY 16, 2024

Men and women carried glass and porcelain flasks, discreetly tucking them into a boot, hip pocket, or purse to keep their favorite spirits close. There were also glass flasks in the shape of cigars , clam shells, and horns of plenty. Prices depend on age, craftsmanship, material, and rarity.

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Artifactual History Appraisal

MAY 6, 2020

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. GLASS DECORATIVE ITEMS AND TABLEWARE/BARWARE: A.

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WorthPoint

JULY 11, 2024

Believe it or not, the first Deruta pottery was made in the early Middle Ages. Murano Glass Another super familiar artisanal ware native to Italy is Murano glass, named after the island of Murano, just off the coast of Venice. Deruta pottery is earthenware with a tin glaze topped with painted designs.

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Sarasota Antique Buyers

MARCH 11, 2024

By learning how to evaluate each piece, determine its age, and assess its value, you can negotiate prices and make wise investments. This will also assist you in determining the piece’s age. Estate jewelry buyers interested in brooches can employ a certain technique to determine the age of a piece.

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Invaluable

JULY 8, 2024

Just the name “The Gilded Age” invokes a sense of opulence and grandeur. Correspondingly, this rise in wealth was reflected in both the art and architecture of the era, as patrons aimed to create increasingly lavish works of art and environments to reflect both their affluence and the magnificence of the age.

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Harrison Appraisals

MARCH 31, 2023

By the age of 14, he was apprenticed to a glass factory at Newcastle-on-Tyne where his father hoped he would learn the trade of glass-cutter. While working at the glass factory, Brown studied nights at the School of Design in Newcastle. Brown died in New York in 1913 at age 81. Retrieved from [link] on 3/16/23.

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WorthPoint

AUGUST 5, 2024

A pair of circa-1980 Judith Jack art deco revival earrings with black glass and marcasites set in sterling silver. These also include lesser-value gemstones like amethyst or glass-simulating materials like onyx and chrysoprase. These clear glass stones have a silvery gray coating. Some marcasite jewelry is marked as well.

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WorthPoint

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Lot 1589 is an assortment of Shiny Brite Atomic-age ornaments, some of which have glittery mica flakes meant to mimic snow. These colorful mercury glass ornaments were the most popular in the United States throughout the 1940s and 1950s and remain some of the most sought-after for their beauty and nostalgia.

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WorthPoint

JULY 23, 2024

Some markets have daily parades, concerts, and demonstrations by artisans in candle making, wood carving, and glass blowing. These events are perfect places to pick up a Christmas-themed souvenir, and most towns also have vintage or antique shops where you can find more unusual and aged examples.

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WorthPoint

JULY 18, 2024

Mosaics are made by taking little pieces of gemstones or glass and setting them into another material or a frame to create a pattern or picture. On the other hand, a piece of mosaic jewelry is obviously made up of little bits of glass. The General Nature of Mosaic Jewelry First, let’s look at mosaic jewelry in general terms.

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Jewelry Judge

AUGUST 9, 2024

” Noted Julian, now 61, “I don’t know why I called it [Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds] or why it stood out from all my other drawings, but I obviously had an affection for Lucy at that age. Lennon was assassinated in 1980 at the age of 40. George Harrison lost his battle with lung cancer in 2001 at the age of 58.

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Invaluable

JULY 8, 2024

Just the name “The Gilded Age” invokes a sense of opulence and grandeur. Correspondingly, this rise in wealth was reflected in both the art and architecture of the era, as patrons aimed to create increasingly lavish works of art and environments to reflect both their affluence and the magnificence of the age.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

AUGUST 1, 2023

Look for wear and patina, which are indicators of age and use. Genuine antique frames could include gilding loss, cracks, or other age-related flaws that add to their charm and worth. Knowing more about these marks might help you determine the piece’s age and authenticity.

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WorthPoint

JUNE 26, 2024

“[It will] bring eccentric and expressive elements for the ages to their wardrobes.” In countless videos, people show off their thrift store finds of choice pieces, including high-waisted trousers, comfy knitwear, lived-in loafers, and snazzy glasses. A pair of hip glasses completes the entire grandpacore aesthetic.

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Art Appraisal Resources

AUGUST 29, 2023

Unconventional Materials Appraising artworks created with unconventional materials, such as glass, textiles, metals, or other non-traditional substances, requires specialized knowledge and expertise.

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Mark Hill

JULY 4, 2022

Ron Hitchins (1926-2019) was a British born artist, sculptor, and flamenco dancer whose life and soul was rooted in Hackney, East London from age 13. These were two glass sculptures formed from arching fusions of multi-coloured glass, one of which almost resembles a meteorite. A lampworked glass sculpture by Ron Hitchins.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

JULY 4, 2023

Jerry’s Antiques specializes in modern antiques such as mid century modern furniture, vintage electronics, retro kitchenware, art glass, modernist art, industrial furniture and decor, and contemporary studio pottery. ” It’s important to note that the exact age cutoff can change based on the situation or subject matter.

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Penrose Appraisals

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The best glassware, for example, is beautiful to look at, but it also can be used easily - either as a pitcher, a vase, a drinking glass, or other such object. Examine your collection closely, using a magnifying glass and strong light if necessary. Rather, color can be an important indicator of age or authenticity.

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Invaluable

MAY 13, 2024

As industrialization transformed skylines and technologies transcended people’s expectations for daily conveniences, architects and designers similarly updated their styles to brilliantly emulate the clean lines and sleek sophistication of the machine age.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

OCTOBER 3, 2023

WWe can transform wooden furniture, iron bed frames, metal cupboards, and even aged laminate or melamine pieces, breathing new life into them. While we don’t offer Chalk Paint®, we do offer one-of-a-kind fine furniture, glass, china, art, silver, ceramics, and jewelry that can complement your home’s design.

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WorthPoint

JUNE 14, 2024

Before you begin, you must consider the piece’s components, age, delicateness, and whether it needs a thorough bath or simply a light cleaning. If the surface dirt needs a little moisture to budge, lightly dampen the toothbrush with water or a bit of glass cleaner like Windex and try again.

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Invaluable

JUNE 19, 2024

Enlightenment Enlightenment (18th century) Promoting ideals of reason, order, and civic virtue, the Age of Enlightenment’s search for morality that was absent from the art and design in previous eras brought with it a sense of order. Image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons. Casa Mila by Antoni Gaudi ( Wikimedia Commons ).

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APRIL 3, 2024

While age might leave artifacts fragile or damaged, time has also embellished Chinese works of art with enduring beauty and relevancy. Snuff bottles are most commonly made of glass, but can also comprise of jade, porcelain, amber, or metal. They can be made out of clay, bronze, glass, or stone.

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Invaluable

APRIL 29, 2024

For over 500 years, the interconnecting Ming and Qing Dynasties left a lasting legacy on the landscape of Chinese art during a golden age of cultural renaissance and craftsmanship that saw the two distinct eras fuel artistic innovations that contributed to a rich and diverse Chinese cultural heritage.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 26, 2024

SELLING AND BUYING WITH PURPOSE GoodwillFinds CEO Matthew Kaness told Chain Store Age that Goodwill generates around $6 billion a year in revenue, with less than 10 percent coming from e-commerce efforts, including individual stores that sell donations online via Amazon and eBay.

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The Mid-West Museum Association

AUGUST 6, 2024

In addition to the gaps in our history, some physical elements of the original exhibit did not age well. In addition, the new layout removed the T-walls, using much of the resultant floor space for low glass cases that enrich the story by displaying relevant artifacts. We were able to blend that seamlessly into the new design.

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The Mid-West Museum Association

AUGUST 6, 2024

In addition to the gaps in our history, some physical elements of the original exhibit did not age well. In addition, the new layout removed the T-walls, using much of the resultant floor space for low glass cases that enrich the story by displaying relevant artifacts. We were able to blend that seamlessly into the new design.

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What Is It Worth?

JUNE 8, 2022

The pieces include vases made from remelted glass bottles, plastic mats made from reconstituted plastic packaging and rounded shell chairs made of a combination of recycled wood and plastic. The PS series is more design-oriented and each series has a special theme. 2017’s PS collection , for example, focuses on recycled materials.

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Invaluable

AUGUST 28, 2024

Today, porcelain dolls’ worth depend on a variety of factors including age, condition, provenance, manufacturer and type, and the artistry of the creation. If you can demonstrate the age of the doll, you know whether it’s vintage. Find out more about how to determine a porcelain dolls’ worth in the guide below.

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Mark Hill

MAY 3, 2023

So, Lilian seemed to enjoy the height of her career in the 1920s & 30s, when she was aged in her 50s & 60s. She presumably stopped exhibiting when war broke out in 1939, and she died only 6 years after the war ended, aged 78. I can’t find anything about what she did before then, or where or with whom she may have studied.

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Old Crows Antiques

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

To make sure the item you have is a valuable antique, you first have to identify its age, and then you need to look for a market for the piece. Chris, for example, is keen on china and crystal and glassware, so she's the gal if you're wondering if that pitcher is cut or pressed glass.

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Invaluable

MAY 21, 2024

The ability to distil the adventure, star presence, and drama of a film into an engaging visual reference has ensured the art of movie poster design has endured through the years from Hollywood’s golden age to today’s modern blockbusters. The Sin of Nora Moran, 1933. Sold for $5,000 via Poster Auctions International Inc (November 2022).

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