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Researching Antiques & Collectibles on the Internet
July 22, 2008 - 1:58pm
Sometimes it takes diligence, perseverance and patience to finally discover the correct path to take. But learning to be an antiques detective can be quite rewarding once you get a few basics under your belt. Hit the Mark Use a magnifying glass or jeweler's loupe if needed, but don't overlook a mark. Even cryptic symbols can provide major clues. Using a guide, like Kovel's New Dictionary of Marks for Pottery and Porcelain, or another specialty guide, will help you determine who made the piece and when the mark was used. Click here to go to the complete article: http://antiques.about.com/od/researchingantiques/a/aa021501.htm |
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How can I be the antiques expert for this site if I don't know everything there is to know about antiques? It's really simple; I know how to research. And the more I research, the more information I retain. I may not be an expert on Roseville pottery, for example, but I know where to look online to find the information I need when I need it.