Collectibles Articles

1). How Do You Know What an Autographed is Worth? By : Anita Cola
Have you recently started to become interested in autograph collecting and would like to know the present day market value of an autograph that you are interested in purchasing? Or have you inherited an estate from a family member and was surprised to find an abundance of autographed photos, items, cards, posters that you have no idea how to find the value much less who to sell them too? There are several sources to find out how much your collectible or autographed collectible is worth.
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2). What Would Eminem Put In His House? By : Loretta Logan
I've often wondered what Eminem might have in his house. I wonder what decor a rapper from Detroit would want. I read his bio in several places, watched his movie 8 Mile and I've thought about this a lot. I actually grew up a block from 7 Mile. I think my life was quite a bit different than what I read about him, but still, I visualize 8 Mile, I know I traveled daily down 8 Mile's east and west side on my way to school (which was across town for me).
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3). Big Profits Selling Old Typewriters on eBay By : Avril Harper
Because they're bulky, often dirty, need lots of careful cleaning and sometimes repairs, most typewriters, old and modern, are overlooked and fetched low prices at local offline auction houses. Despite this, anyone prepared to spend time cleaning, researching, repairing and eventually packing a typewriter, will find ready bidders on eBay in both the UK and USA, and no doubt other country sites, too.
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4). Auctions of Antique, Modern & Contemporary Drawings By : John Savage
Art auctions for drawings are categorized into antique, modern and contemporary.
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5). Display Furniture: How Curio Cabinets Enhance Collectible Items By : Julien Raynal
Cabinets are always a need in any house, mainly a house which welcomes a lot of visitors or a house which has kids.
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6). The Fascinating World of Antiques & Collectibles By : John Savage
Most people are hobbyists, filling otherwise idle hours with activities that bring pleasure and enrich our lives.
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7). Start A Collection By : Lisa Lambson
Start A Collection
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8). Putting A Price On That Collectible By : Sandy Knoll
How do you really know that that great item you just found at the neighborhood garage sale is the real deal? In other words, is it really a collectible item or someone else's discarded piece of junk? What's its condition? Does it look new or used? Clean or dirty? Scratched, torn soiled, or nice, new and pristine? Did your new doll, train or other unique item come with the box or without? Here's an idea for establishing its heritage: look carefully for any brand names, place of manufacture, trade or any other type of mark.
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9). Successful Antique Buying By : John Savage
One of the most recognizable Latin expressions is Caveat Emptor, buyer beware.
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10). Making Your House a Home! Part 1 By : Melissa Galt
Copyright 2006 Melissa Galt Now that you�ve got your decorating project well underway by placing rugs, ordering upholstery and selecting a color scheme, it is time to add the finish and polish. Here we�ll touch on ideas and sources for some wonderful window treatments, awesome accessories and charming collectibles, and delightful artwork to add personality and character to your interior.
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11). Coin Collecting By : Max Plata
One of the most popular hobbies today is coin collecting. Coin collecting is a fun pastime that can be enjoyed by anyone. The premise of coin collecting lies in the idea that certain coins are more valuable than others. Amateur collectors often save a coin if they notice it has a date that reaches back several decades. Many adults and children enjoy coin collecting.
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12). Safeguarding Your Collectibles By : Charles Kassotis
Take care to protect your collectibles in a safe environment and discourage their misuse by others in order to keep them lasting longer and looking better.
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13). Taking Care of Your Vintage and Antique Collectibles By : Connie Hubbard
Antiques can be a great reminder of our family, history, or even an exotic touch from another place and time. Caring for these items properly ensures that they can be passed down to another generation or sold for their highest value. The following is a brief overview of caring for your vintage and antique collectibles. Sites such as the BBC and Antiques-UK provide detailed information on caring for various antiques.
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14). How to Decorate Your Kitchen On A Shoestring Budget By : Monique Hawkins
Copyright 2006 Monique Hawkins Kitchen's can be one of the most expensive rooms in the house to remodel and decorate. However, there is a way to do this without spending tons of money. You can decorate your kitchen on a shoestring budget! With patience, persistence, and a little time, there is one place to find decorative items for mere pennies. Where.
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15). Antiques vs. Collectibles By : Sharon Stajda
Finding a definitive definition for both an antique and a collectible is not possible. Just what constitutes an antique and what constitutes a collectible is determined by each individual antique dealer. Many times, the dealers will give varied answers to the seemingly simple question, �What is a collectible and what is an antique?� Most dealers will agree that historically an antique is any crafted or manufactured item that is at least 100 years old.
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16). Investing in Autographed Collectibles is Preserving Our History By : Jason Diehl
Whenever we invest in our culture we are preserving our history. Collectors of all types are helping to maintain our ever-changing culture.
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17). 6 Tips to Discover the Value of Your Collectible Items By : Monique Hawkins
Copyright 2006 Monique Hawkins There are many collectible items people enjoy having in their unique collections. These items include music boxes, antique coins, mechanical music and instruments, antique furniture, and NASCAR collectibles to name a few. There are ways for collectors to discover if their items are valuable. Let's find out how to do so.
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18). Tips to Conserve, Preserve, and Restore Your Music Box Collection By : Monique Hawkins
Copyright 2006 Monique Hawkins For the serious music box collector, looking after their valuable collection is important. Though preserving, conserving, and restoration sound similar, there is a difference between these concepts. Let's discover that these differences are. Preservation: this means ensuring that one's music box is protected from deterioration and damage.
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19). How to Sell Your Collectibles and Other Items on eBay By : Monique Hawkins
Copyright 2006 Monique Hawkins You are one of those people who love collectibles such as Precious Moments, figurines, ballerina music boxes, wooden keepsake boxes, vintage jewelry, NASCAR collectibles, and the like. You also are interested in selling on eBay. You could be a person who does not have collectible items to sell, but still wants to do so something with eBay.
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20). How to Start An Art Collection On a Shoestring Budget By : Monique Hawkins
Copyright 2006 Monique Hawkins Collecting is a hobby enjoyed by many. Some collectors enjoy collecting all kinds of collectibles such as music boxes and other mechanical music, cars, jewelry, figurines, and many other types of items. Then there are those who enjoy collecting art. As a matter of fact, many individuals are inclined to forgo reprints and posters and start collecting their own unique art pieces for their homes and offices.
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21). Different Views Of Collecting Antiques By : Robert Michael
1. Sentimental value is one reason people collect antiques. My great aunt gave me a very old doll, a cupboard from one set of grandparents and my other grandparents gave me a ceramic parrot. We also have an antique cabinet record player, old various books and music from my husband�s family. The stories that go with these things and who they belonged too are what make these antiques so special.
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22). How to Make Your Own Unique Music Box By : monique hawkins
Copyright 2006 Monique Hawkins For the music box and antique collectors who are creative and love arts and crafts, making a music box of their own can be fairly easy and great fun. Here are simple directions to make an exquisite music box called "Peter Cottontail". These unique directions are from Sharon Ganske's book, "Making Marvelous Music Boxes".
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23). Great Spring Gift Ideas By : Ted Roberson
If you�re shopping around for the perfect gift for a spring birthday, Mother�s Day, or any other occasion, look no further.
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24). Collecting Model Ships By : Charles Kassotis
Different types of model ships available as collectibles.
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25). Finding Companion Pieces is Like a Treasure Hunt! By : Jason Diehl
Increasing the value of your autograph collection can be as easy as finding a companion piece for your existing pieces. Two signatures can be more valuable than either one by themselves.
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