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Top 7 Points to Consider Before You Bid on eBay
From getting the best price to assessing reproductions, find out what you need to consider before you place a bid on eBay.
Top 8 Celebrity Collectibles & Who Collects Them
I'll admit wondering whether or not any celebrity collectors have wandered onto my site looking for information. No one has fessed up, but I thought it would be fun to highlight some of the things celebrities collect just the same. Perhaps you have a collecting passion in common with one of your favorities celebrities!
Top 8 Ways to Celebrate a Victorian Christmas
Sometimes we think about what life was like more than 100 years ago and think of simpler times. But when it came to Christmas, the Victorians really did it up right! Decorating, feasting and sharing songs, music and gifts with others were all the order of the day. So, if you really want to experience a Victorian Christmas, take these suggestions to heart. You might find they’re not so different from your own holiday routine.
Top 4 Reasons to Use a Sniping Service for Online Auctions
You've heard of sniping, but you can't figure out why you'd want to do it. And even moreso, it seems a little shady. Get over it! You'll win more and pay less by using an automated sniping service. Isn't that what it's all about?
Top 3 Mantiques, Man + Antiques = Mantiques
At the risk of being sexist, I'm going to go ahead and label some antiques and collectibles collected mainly by men as "mantiques." These include vintage license plates, golf memorabilia and beer collectibles. Don't agree with me? Bring it on. I may not collect "mantiques," but I can take the heat!
Top 5 Things to Collect for Under Twenty-Five Dollars
Bitten by the collecting bug but feeling a little thin in the wallet? No problem. For under $25 per piece you can amass an admirable collection!
Top 7 Suggestions for Biography & Fiction Antiques Related Reading
Guide Picks - Briography and fiction titles relating to antiques
Top 5 Items Every Antiques Lover Needs
Four things all collectors, dealers and general antiques lovers should have.
Top 6 Ways to Test Bakelite for Authenticity
With the price continually rising, many people wonder if old plastic items they own might in fact be made of Bakelite. You'll find six of the most popular and effective ways to test Bakelite here.
Top 8 Tips for Writing Winning Auction Titles on eBay
When selling on eBay, your listing title can make or break the success of your auction. Learn how zeroing in on listing title keywords and beefing them up can earn more on eBay.
Top 10 Rules for Valuing Antiques and Collectibles Like an Appraiser
Wondering how to get started when it comes to valuing antiques and collectibles? With a few basic tips, you'll be valuing like a pro in no time.
Top 6 Ways to Test Antiques & Collectibles with a Black Light
Testing antiques and collectibles with a black light can help with dating and authenticating, two problem areas for beginning antiquers.
Top 5 General Guides on Antiques & Collectibles
Guide Picks - Top General Guides on Antiques & Collectibles
Top 5 Ways to Ruin Antiques
No one intentionally ruins an antique, right? But, lots of people do it unintentionally every day just because they don't know any better. Read Six Ways to Ruin an Antique to find out more.
Top 10 Books on Specalized Antiques Topics
Books on Specalized Antiques Topics