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These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Limoges Porcelain
Limoges porcelain is ever-popular with collectors, but many people don't realize that Limoges is a region in France rather than the name of a factory. Learn more about this pretty porcelain here.
Depression Glass
Lots of collectors see the colorful pieces known as Depression Glass as, well, anything but depressing. Learn more about the history and collectibility of this lovely glass through an informative article on the topic.
Valuing Antiques
All the information you need on valuing your antiques & collectibles in one convenient location.
Researching Silver Online
This useful list of links will help you research silver and silverplated wares, including maker's marks and hallmarks, online.
Griswold Cast Iron
Collecting heavy metal? You are if you're a Griswold cast iron fan. Learn all about this cookware including how to clean and season your old finds.
Clean and Season Cast Iron
Learn how to clean a rusty old cast iron pan and then season it to perfection for future cooking.
Rosenthal Germany
Rosenthal Germany Mark
How to Value Antiques
Read more about valuing antiques and learn to come up with values for your collectibles. Learning to value antiques and collectibles is a skill appraisers pick up over time.
Christmas Wishes Santa
Vintage Santa Postcard Gallery - Christmas Wishes Santa
Antique Furniture Price Guides
Antique Furniture Price and Identification Guides
Capodimonte Porcelain
Capodimonte: a regal name with a royal past. Learn more about the porcelain treasures bearing the Capodimonte name.
Johnson Bros. English Chippendale
Johnson Bros England - English Chippendale Pattern Mark
Eastlake Furniture
Wondering exactly what Eastlake furniture looks like? This step-by-step feature will answer your questions.
Victorian Christmas Customs
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.
Fenton Art Glass
Fenton Art Glass can be found in gift shops around the country, but it's actually been around since 1905 and some of the older pieces can be quite valuable. Learn more about this company and collecting Fenton glassware.
Collecting Antique Typewriters
Ever wonder what to do with that antique typewriter in the attic? There may be a collector out there who'll pay good money for it if it's just the right model.
Cobalt Blue Glassware
Nothing brightens a room quite like the beauty of cobalt blue Depression glass. Learn more about it, including reproductions, here.
Fostoria Glass
Fostoria glassware has long been a favorite with collectors. Learn more about the company and the glass.
American Brilliant Cut Glass
An introduction to collecting and identifying American Brilliant Period cut glass, including what avid collectors are willing to more pay for.
Uncommon Ornaments
Using out of the ordinary, unusual objects, even collectibles, to decorate a Christmas tree can produce striking results. Learn more about unusual Christmas ornaments.
Bakelite Testing
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.
M.Z. Austria
M.Z. Austria Mark
T.V. or T & V
T.V. Limoges France Mark aka T & V - Tressemanes & Vogt
Coiffe
Coiffe Limoges France Mark
Hull Art U.S.A.
Hull Pottery Company Mark
Antique Furniture Glossary
Glossary of Antique Furniture Terms with Illustrations
Pottery & Porcelain Values
Pottery and Porcelain Online Value and Price Guides
Hammered Aluminum
All types of aluminum collectibles are desirable now from hammered to anodized and even jewelry. Learn more about these attractive, affordable collectibles.
Capodimonte
Capodimonte Crown N Mark - Pottery and Porcelain Marks Gallery
Glassware Values
Antique & Collectible Glassware Value and Price Guides
Chippendale Furniture
Recognizing Chippendale furniture looking at legs, feet, and other distinguishing features.
Discovering Bakelite
Is Bakelite a mystery you'd love to solve? Take a look at this article for information on testing, distinguishing fakes and collecting Bakelite Jewelry.
Royal China Co.
Pottery and Porcelain Marks - Royal China Co.
Guerin-Pouyat-Elite LTD.
Pottery and Porcelain Marks - Limoges France Elite S.M. Mark Guerin-Pouyat-Elite
Crown Potteries Co. Made in U.S.A.
Crown Potteries Co. Made in U.S.A. Mark
Laviloette
Pottery and Porcelain Marks - Limoges France Arrow Laviolette
Roseville U.S.A.
Roseville Mark - Genuine Roseville Mark
Visions of Christmas Past
Visions of Christmas Past takes a look at the history of Santa Claus, St. Nicholas and even Kris Kringle, and some of the vintage collectibles that bear his image.
A Merry Christmas Children with Snowman
Vintage Christmas Postcard Gallery - Children with Snowman - View them for fun or use them for clipart.
Sitzendorf
Sitzendorf Porcelain Manufactory Mark
Vintage Sheet Music
Vintage sheet music can be an affordable collectible. There are exceptions to the rule, however. Find out which old sheet music is worth the most to collectors.
R.S. Prussia
Pottery and Porcelain Marks - R.S Prussia red mark
Queen Anne Style Furniture
Recognizing Queen Anne style furniture looking at legs, feet, and other distinguishing features.
Universal Potteries
Universal Potteries Mark
Roseville Pottery
The Roseville Pottery Company began producing utility lines more than 100 years ago in Roseville, Ohio. In 1898 the company moved to modern facilities in Zanesville and went on to enter the art pottery market in the early 1900s to compete with manufacturers such as Rookwood.
15 Facts About Hall China
Think you know Hall China? Or maybe you're just starting to learn about the company's products. Whether it serves as a brief review or introduction to something totally new, you should find this list of facts to be interesting, if not downright enlightening.
Fenton Glass Company
Glassware Maker's Marks and Signatures Gallery - Fenton Glass Company
American Sweetheart Cup & Saucer - Pink
Depression Glass Price Guide: American Sweetheart Pink Depression Glass Cup and Saucer
Carnival Glass
Every wonder how carnival glass got it's name? And how'd they get that pretty finish on the glass? Take a look for more information on carnival glass.
Fine American Furniture
It's important to be able to recognize the best of the best in order to grade antique furniture. Start at the top and work your way down learning to grade from masterpiece to mediocre.
Van Briggle
Van Briggle Pottery Co. Maker's Mark
Hepplewhite Style Furniture
This encyclopedia-style entry defines and discusses Hepplewhite furniture. Learn to identify the characteristics of Hepplewhite furniture styles. This article offers a guide to Hepplewhite style furniture, giving its background and describing characteristic features in legs, feet and woods. What is Hepplwhite style furniture?
Feather Christmas Tree
Early German Christmas Feather Tree Value - Christmas Collectibles Price and Value Guide
eBay Private Auctions
Ever run across a private auction listing on eBay? You know, the ones where the bidders ID is hidden from public view. Ever wonder why a seller might do that? We've got a pretty good idea, and it's not always a good sign.
Roseville Reproductions
Roseville Pottery reproductions are fairly commonplace nowadays, but it's easy for the new antiques dealer or novice collector to be fooled by them. Learn to identify Roseville reproductions comparing old and new pieces.
Fenton Hobnail 12" Handled Basket
A guide to help you identify and value milk glass pieces - Fenton Hobnail 12" Handled Basket.
Fostoria Glass Company
Glassware Maker's Marks and Signatures Gallery - Fostoria Glass Company
R.S. Prussia
R.S. Prussia is the cream of the crop in the antique porcelain world. Learn more about it through this informative aricle and then see a great collection.
Indiana Harvest Grape Tumbler
A guide to help you identify and value milk glass pieces - Indiana Harvest Grape Tumbler.
Royal Winton Welbeck 1995
Royal Winton Welbeck 1995 Mark
Frankoma Pottery
Frankoma pottery hasn't always been the most popular pottery on the block, but it is gaining ground with collectors. Explore the world of Frankoma with links to value guides.
Tips for Collecting Silver
Want to collect a few pieces of antique silver or silverplate, but have to clue how to get started? Take a look here for a few smart ideas.
McCoy U.S.A.
McCoy U.S.A. Mark
Westmoreland Ivy Ball
A guide to help you identify and value milk glass pieces - Westmoreland Ivy Ball.
Hubley Cast Iron
Learning about Hubley Manufacturing Company Cast Iron Toys, Doorstops and Other Collectibles including Popeye Motorcycle - Cast Iron Toys Doorstops and Other Collectibles made by Hubley Manufacturing Company including Popeye Motorcycle
Cupid Mending Broken Hearts Postcard
Vintage Valentine Postcards - Early 1900s - Cupid Mending Broken Hearts
Belsnickle Definition
Do you know what a belsnickle is? Find out the definition of belsnickle.
To Restore or Not to Restore?
You've heard that refinishing old furniture can diminish the value. So when is it okay to clean, repair and refinish an antique? Read on for more information on furniture refinshing.
Cranberry Glass
Ever see glass good enough to eat? Pretty cranberry glass is just that. Read all about it here.
Santa Pulling Christkindl
Vintage Santa Postcard Gallery - Santa Pulling Christkindl
Learning About Old Glass
A hub of information on antique and collectible glassware to aid in researching, pricing and learning more about your favorite glass.
Best Christmas Wishes Children with Snowball
Vintage Christmas Postcard Gallery - Children with Snowball - View them for fun or use them for clipart.
Metlox Pottery Made in California
Metlox Pottery Made in California Mark
Paul A. Straub & Co.
Paul A. Straub & Co. Pasco - Pottery and Porcelain Marks - Antiques & Collectibles
Westmoreland Glass Company
Glassware Maker's Marks and Signatures Gallery - Westmoreland Glass Company Mark
Cherry Blossom
A guide to help you identify Depression glass patterns - Cherry Blossom.
Cupid's Loving Greetings Postcard
Vintage Valentine Postcards - Early 1900s - Cupid Extends Loving Greetings
Federal Glass Company
Glassware Maker's Marks and Signatures Gallery - Federal Glass Company
Royal Lace
A guide to help you identify Depression glass patterns - Royal Lace.
Westmoreland Open Lacy Edge Bowl 13"
A guide to help you identify and value milk glass pieces - Westmoreland Open Lacy Edge Bowl 13".
Dugan Lattice and Daisy Marigold Tumbler
Dugan Lattice and Daisy Marigold Tumbler - Carnival Glass Value Guide
How Old Is an Antique?
How old do antiques and collectibles need to be to be considered antiques? It's not a cut and dry answer.
L. Hutschenruether Porcelain Factory
L. Hutschenruether Porcelain Factory - Pottery and Porcelain Marks - Antiques & Collectibles
Westmoreland Owl Toothpick Holder
A guide to help you identify and value milk glass pieces - Westmoreland Owl Toothpick Holder .
Fenton Autumn Acorns Bowl
Fenton Autumn Acorns Bowl - Carnival Glass Value Guide
Roseville Reproduction Mark
Roseville Reproduction Mark
American Sweetheart
A guide to help you identify Depression glass patterns - American Sweetheart.
Old Colony "Lace Edge" Flower Bowl or Vase - Pink w/ Clear Frog
Depression Glass Price Guide: Old Colony Lace Edge Pink Depression Glass Vase Flower Bowl with Clear Flower Frog
Princess Footed Tumbler - Pink
Depression Glass Price Guide: Princess Depression Glass Pink Footed Tumbler
Windsor Pitcher - Pink
Depression Glass Price Guide - Windsor Depression Glass Pink Pitcher
Holiday
A guide to help you identify Depression glass patterns - Holiday or Buttons and Bows.
Mayfair
A guide to help you identify Depression glass patterns - Mayfair or Open Rose.
Queen Mary
A guide to help you identify Depression glass patterns - Queen Mary.
Santa with Child Illustrated by Ellen Clapsaddle
Vintage Santa Postcard Gallery - Victorian Postcards Featuring Santa Claus with Child illustrated by Ellen Clapsaddle
Black Light Testing
Testing antiques and collectibles with a black light can help with dating and authenticating, two problem areas for beginning antiquers.
Alamo Pottery
Alamo Pottery Mark - Mark used by Alamo Pottery
Christmas Cats Vintage Postcard
Christmas Cats Vintage Postcard - A collection of vintage cat postcards from the early 1900s.
Collecting Antique Stoneware
Learn about the most popular companies and designs, along with the value, of utilitarian stoneware.
Amphora
Reissner Stellmacher & Kessler (R St. K) Amphora Works made in the Turn-Teplitz area of Bohemia mark used on art pottery from 1892-1905.
Rules for Valuing Antiques
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.
Jeanette Glass Company
Glassware Marks Gallery - Jeannette Glass Company J in a Square Mark
Westmoreland Paneled Grape Covered Square Dish
A guide to help you identify and value milk glass pieces - Westmoreland Paneled Grape Covered Square Dish.
Chevron Cream and Sugar - Cobalt or "Ritz" Blue
Depression Glass Price Guide: Chevron Cobalt Depression Glass Creamer and Sugar Bowl
Pineapple & Floral
A guide to help you identify Depression glass patterns - Pineapple and Floral or No. 618.
Princess
A guide to help you identify Depression glass patterns - Princess.
Georgian Green Sherbet Dish
An online guide to help you value your Depression glass pieces - Georgian Green Sherbet Dish
Northwood Glass Company
Glassware Maker's Marks and Signatures Gallery - Northwood Glass Company Mark
Santa Navigates the Chimney
Vintage Santa Postcard Gallery - Santa Navigates the Chimney Card
Fenton Daisy and Button Hat 3"
A guide to help you identify and value milk glass pieces - Fenton Daisy and Button Hat 3".
Fenton Smooth Rays with Scale Band Marigold Bowl 9"
Fenton Smooth Rays with Scale Band Marigold Bowl - Carnival Glass Value Guide
Westmoreland Dolphin Compote with Matching Candlesticks
A guide to help you identify and value milk glass pieces - Westmoreland Dolphins Compote with Matching Candlesticks.
Blue Ridge
Blue Ridge Dinnerware Mark
De Sphinx Pottery
De Sphinx Petrus Regout Pottery Mark - Antiques & Collectibles
Old World Santa Card
Vintage Santa Postcard Gallery - Old World Santa Card
Heisey Glass Company
Glassware Maker's Marks and Signatures Gallery - Heisey Glass Company H in Diamond Mark
Hopelessly Devoted to Heisey
Glassware collectors can be really dedicated folks, and those who prefer Heisey's wares are no exception. Learn about what makes this glassware so attractive with this informative feature article.
Vintage Postcards
In the early 1900s, people communicated by post and often through colorful vintage postcards. Learn more about these collectibles through an article by Pamela Y. Wiggins, your Antiques Guide for About.com.
License Plate Collecting
Old license plates as collectibles? You bet! Learn more about the value of vintage license plates and what's collectible here.
American Sweetheart Sherbet Dish - Monax
Depression Glass Price Guide: American Sweetheart Monax Depression Glass Sherbet Dish
Iris
A guide to help you identify Depression glass patterns - Iris and Herringbone.
Bubble
A guide to help you identify Depression glass patterns - Bubble Pattern
Antique & Collectible Dolls
Doll collecting can be a fun and rewarding hobby, but how do you know what to collect and what to avoid? Read on for a few clues.
Block Optic Lunch Plate - Green
Block Optic Green Depression Glass Luncheon Plate
Cubist "Cube" Butter Dish - Pink
Depression Glass Price Guide - Cube Cubist Pink Depression Glass Butter Dish
Miss America Bowl - Pink
Depression Glass Price Guide: Miss America Pink Depression Glass Bowl
Georgian
A guide to help you identify Depression glass patterns - Georgian or Lovebirds.
Depression Era Furniture
Depression era furniture hasn't always been ultra popular, but it is gaining a following as more and more dealers stock their booths with these interesting pieces.
Shawnee Pottery
Shawnee Pottery for every season, learn about it here.
Silver Care and Display
Need to know more about cleaning sterling and silverplates ware? Here's a great place to start.
Spiral
A guide to help you identify Depression glass patterns - Spiral.
Royal Lace Creamer - Green
Depression Glass Price Guide: Royal Lace Green Depression Glass Creamer
Wheel Etched Creamer & Sugar - Pink
Depression Glass Price Guide: Wheel Etched Depression Glass Cream and Sugar
Swirl "Petal Swirl" Vase - Pink
Depression Glass Price Guide - Swirl Pink Vase
Hazel Atlas Glass Co.
Glassware Maker's Marks and Signatures Gallery - Hazel Atlas Glass Co.
Santa Driving Automobile
Vintage Santa Postcard Gallery - Victorian Postcards Featuring Santa Claus Driving Automobile
Doulton & Co.
Doulton Burslem England Crown Mark - Pottery and Porcelain Marks - Antiques & Collectibles
Worcester Royal Porcelain Co.
Pottery and Porcelain Marks - Worcester Royal Porcelain Co.
Jewelry Price Guides
Antique & Collectible Jewelry Price and Value Guides
Pad Foot Example
This glossary-style entry defines and describes the furniture foot style called a pad food. This definition of a pad foot describes the furniture style, compares it to other styles, and indicates what periods of furniture it is typical of.
Colonial Block Footed Tumbler - Green
Depression Glass Price Guide: Colonial Block Green Depression Glass Footed Tumbler Glass Goblet
Block Optic Cup - Green
Depression Glass Price Guide: Block Optic Green Depression Glass Cup
Trifari Weeping Willow Brooch
Learn how much your vintage costume jewelry is worth through this pictoral price guide - Trifari Weeping Willow Brooch.
Royal Lace Dinner Plate - Green
An online guide to help you value your Depression glass pieces - Royal Lace Green Dinner Plate
Imperial Glass Company Iron Cross Mark
Glassware Maker's Marks and Signatures Gallery - Imperial Glass Company Mark
Krys-Tol Mark
Glassware Maker's Marks and Signatures Gallery - Krys-Tol Mark Jefferson Glass Company
Rag Dolls
Raggedy Ann and friends make up a large share of the collectible market when it comes to cloth dolls but she's not the only kid on the block. Find out more about collectible rag dolls through this informative feature.
Block Optic Cone Sherbet Dish - Green
Depression Glass Price Guide: Block Optic Green Depression Glass Sherbet Dessert Dish
Hot Air Balloon Greetings
Vintage Santa Postcard Gallery - Victorian Postcards Featuring Santa Claus with Hot Air Balloons
Aurora Cobalt Cup & Saucer Set - Cobalt Blue
Depression Glass Price Guide - Aurora Colbalt Blue Depression Glass Cup & Saucer.
Fenton Cranberry Hobnail Vase
A guide to help you identify and value antique and collectible art glass pieces - Fenton Cranberry Hobnail Vase.

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