How do you know what you're buying on eBay? or anywhere else for that matter. We can't all be an expert on everything...and if you're looking for something in particular...whether it's real crystal, vintage...
Firstly if you think you have a very expensive piece that needs cleaning take it to a professional to have it done for you. Secondly if you are not sure how something might work when using any of these...
During the last few years, vintage fountain pen collecting has undergone a huge increase in popularity. Vintage fountains can be both beautiful and functional at the same time and make far more of a statement...
Antiques are generally interpreted to be around 100 years old at least. It is perhaps acceptable to describe items 20 and 20+ years as 'vintage'. PleaseNote: Surface oxidation of metal objects is NOT patina....
Fender Japan Guitars From the early 1950’s through the late 1970’s, Fender USA had little competition in the guitar arena, in the making and selling of their classic Stratocasters and Telecasters, among other...
I have to speak about packing methods as I buy a lot of vintage Noritake and some people have no idea how to pack. IN fairness when I started ebay (selling my un-needed baby goods and buying china instead) I...
With names like Brassie; Spoon; Mid-iron; Mashie; Jigger;Niblick; Baffy; Cleek; Push-iron; Mongrel Mashie and putting iron – you maybe baffled at what is for sale in the sports equipment pages of EBAY. Be...
Old Bone China 'crazes' as the bone dries and contracts and the glaze on it cracks slightly, and this is especially the case with old English China. To help stop this from happening, or getting worse, if you...
The Truth About Autographs This guide produced by John Reid Original Movie Posters Please read this guide BEFORE you purchase any autographs.... Before I get into the nitty gritty of autograph collecting and...
When buying My Little Ponies, there are several things about the pony that will determine it's value. Hair, body condition, eyes, symbol, rattling are some of these. Remember, good quality photos of the pony...