The History of Pewter and Paktong
by rhusain.These pewter and paktong metals are usually lesser-known metals that were used to make things before they were replaced by pottery and porcelain. Pewter is an alloy of tin with small additions of lead and other metals. And paktong is an alloy of copp...
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How To Value Collectible Coins
Coins have been always been a part of our country's history. Prominent people are featured on them. A change of government is sometimes accompanied by a change of currency. The look and feel of these coins reflects the advancements in technology as s...
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Investing In A Dollhouse Can Be Fun
by lynter.If you are of the belief that dollhouses would be interesting only to little girls, you are absolutely wrong. People belonging to all age groups (both men and women) have started indulging in this wonderful and interesting activity of dollhouse colle...
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The Progress of Porcelain Factories
by rhusain.With the passage of time the old styles and designs of porcelain making were still practiced by purchasing the formulas. There were production of both qualities for both domestic use and higher qualities for exports to other countries. These wares ca...
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Buying a Spun Glass Figurine
by peter1.A spun glass figurine is a thing of beauty. Such an ornament is made from ornately designed crystal - a fact that will tell you how exquisite figurines made from spun glass are without ever seeing them. You can get a spun glass figurine in just about...
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Coin Dealer Essentials
by lynter.So, you want to know the secrets to becoming a good coin dealer? It's not rocket-science but you have to be willing to at least try these seven helpful hints. As you already know, selling marketable coins isn't difficult, especially when it seems e...
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Successful Antique Buying
I have written this article because I am aware of the interest that people have in antiques, both buying and selling, and I hope that it will provide some helpful information which will make the process smoother.One of the most recognizable Latin exp...
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History, Uses and Value of Silver
by rhusain.The noble metal as the silver is known has been used in many ways as coins or jewelry. To protect from fraud a system of Hallmarking was first done in London as long ago in the year 1300. Many changes had taken place in the marking history of silver....
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How Porcelain Spread in France
by rhusain.The Royal gave permission to starts the National manufactory of porcelain in France in 1745 and make porcelain in the Saxon style. This is a painted and gilded with human figures, etc. SevresThe National Manufactory of porcelain in France was started...
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Tables and Their Histories
by rhusain.Usually the oak woods were used to make the dining tables earlier. They were, round, oval or long in shapes and sizes. Different types of woods were used for different types of styles for making the antique furniture that we could see today. Dining...
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The Best Way to Identify Antiques
by rhusain.One of the most well known timbers is the Mahogany, which is mostly imported from the nations like Cuba, San Domingo, Bahamas and Honduras. It is red-brown. There are others trees that have come to be known as Mahogany but they are not actually Mahog...
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Figuring Out the Totem Poles
by rhusain.Carving a Totem is a splendid thing to do. Now a day it becomes very desirable for room decorations. For those who really have a desire to create by their own self then this article can become an effective guideline for them.There is nothing more dem...
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Your Word is Your Bond
by brardin.Have you ever heard the saying your word is your bond? It refers to the fact that what you say can be trusted. Here is a question for you. Do you think Barry Bond s words are bondable? Do you feel every thing he is saying in the media regarding his p...
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Willow Tree Figurines
by peter1.Willow Tree figurines are the perfect gift for someone who is suffering in some way. These figurines are hand sculpted and are designed to comfort and heal by bringing out emotions with each and every figurine. One of the Willow Tree figurines is cal...
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A Special Crystal Animal Figurine
by peter1.Purchase a crystal animal figurine from the area where the making of crystal and blowing glass first began. The Czech and Slovak Republics have been involved in crafting crystal figurines for more than 500 years. Small workshops in towns and villages...
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The Fascinating World of Antiques & Collectibles
by jonsav.Most people are hobbyists. They fill otherwise idle hours with activities designed to bring pleasure and to enrich their lives. Some may become film aficionados. Others may concentrate their efforts on building models and miniatures. Some find re...
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Dolphin Figurines
by peter1.Imagine the chattering with dolphin figurines in your curio cabinet or display case! The grace and charm of the dolphin shows through in the smooth lines of crystal in dolphin figurines. These figurines come in all shapes and sizes showing dolphins i...
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Fairy Figurines
by peter1.Fairy figurines come in all sizes and price ranges. The cheapest figurines of fairies and angels are those made of resin, but they still look really elegant. You can also get fairy figurines made of porcelain, crystal and pewter. It doesn't matter wh...
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Participate in Rubber Stamp Collection
by hunter.What are rubber stamps? Many of you have probably used rubber stamps before and maybe not knew it or realized what you are doing. Some of you may have had them or collected them as a child. And some of you may participate in adult rubber stamp collec...
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