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Discussing antiques and vintage items.
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RR Telephone
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Hello everyone, I have a old C&O RR crank telephone. It is in excellent condition. I am considering selling it was hoping someone could give me an idea what it is worth. It is all original, still has the inner workings. The name of the station is stamped on the edge of the box part when the front is... more »
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To uphoster or not to upholster
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I bought this Louis XV chair at a Butterfield auction about 40 years ago. Since then, the upholstery fabric has become worn in some areas. I don't really know how old the chair is (no markings on frame). I am reluctant to have it upholstered because I wonder if part of its value is in the worn (antique?) upholstery. Besides, I cannot find any of these... more »
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Is a replica of an antique is antique too?
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Hello, I have found interesting clock from a website. It is a replica of John Harrison's skeleton clock. You can find it at [link]. Is a replica of an antique can be called antique too? sincerely, babi_gendut
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Vintage Costume Jewelry: Yesterdays Fashion Today
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Jewelry, whether fine or costume, has been a part of human culture since the earliest times. People wear jewelry to satisfy their vanity, to indulge their love for beautiful things, and to look good to others. Vintage costume jewelry fulfills all these criteria, but at a fraction of the cost of real or fine jewelry. It is an inexpensive... more »
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Antique Estate Jewelry
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Although beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder, yet certain items are timeless and precious like antique estate jewelry. They have a special value of their own because they are time tested. Unless you take a closer look at antique estate jewelry, you would never appreciate their worth. Look at the craftsmanship, the brilliance,... more »
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Storage lockers
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There's an article in the New York Times about good buys at storage locker auctions due to home foreclosures. Just a heads up for anyone looking for stuff. Might not be a bad idea. T.
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Mike?
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Would you please tell me again who wrote the mystery series about the art dealers? I wrote it down but in the mean time lost it here in all these notes on my desk. Thanks a million, T.
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Req: Old watch
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I need any information about this watch below.I only know that is from begining of 20 century. Any info will be helpful (year, manufacturer, and maybe price). Here are the pics: [link] [link] [link]... more »
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