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The Antique Dealer and Collectors Guide
A Beginner's Guide to Becoming an Antiques Dealer
Author: Christine Pym
Publisher: Strategic Book Publishing
Published: 2014-02-25
Total Pages: 59
ISBN-13: 1628575166
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Antiques maintain a fascinating and magical allure. The business attracts creative, sometimes larger-than-life colourful characters. And although the boom years of the 1990s have passed, most rogues and fly-by-night dealers have fallen by the wayside. It is imperative today that a professional air is exercised to make a living. Even though involvement in the industry may be as small or large as one likes - a part-time hobbyist, collector, enthusiast, or professional dealer - various rules and regulations have emerged to help provide fair trading and credibility in this industry that sets it apart from any other retail business. The subject is so diverse that it has no beginning and no end. It can stretch one's expertise, knowledge, and entrepreneurship in every direction, which is why it so often appeals to retired professionals and ex-business people with a proven track record. Having been involved with the high-end antiques industry for 25 years, starting as a hobby and working through all the various stages, including owning/co-directing two professional businesses, the author thought it would be interesting to look back and analyse the process for others. A Beginner's Guide to Becoming an Antiques Dealer describes in concise, easy-to-read, fun terms a beginner's entry point. Most everyone will someday inherit antique or collector's items, and popular television series show the vast interest in the topic. Isn't it time you learned from the professionals?
The Unofficial Guide to Collecting Antiques
Author: Sonia Weiss
Publisher: Wiley
Published: 2000-08-15
Total Pages: 520
ISBN-13: 9780764562396
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The inside scoop… for when you want more than the official line! Only a few years ago, "antiquing" seemed to be only for the wealthy. Then came the Internet, with its profusion of Web sites, bulletin boards, and online auctions. Almost overnight, "antiquing" has become a much-loved hobby of the people! But with more antiquing choices than ever before, novice and experienced collectors have been left reeling. That's why when it comes to such key questions as where to hunt, how to appraise, and when to sell your own antiques, you can't rely on advice from 101 semi-objective sources. You need one dependable, clued-in source of antiquing wisdom. You want the inside scoop. The Unofficial Guide™ to Collecting Antiques is designed to give savvy consumers like you a foolproof appraisal of everything from where to find the best prices to sizing up value and seeing through fakes. In this book you'll get unbiased recommendations that are not influenced by any company, product, or organization. The Unofficial Guide™ to Collecting Antiques is intensively inspected by The Unofficial Panel of Experts: John Coker has been dealing antiques for nearly 30 years and has been a guest appraiser on PBS's "Treasures in Your Attic"; former art history professor and museum curator James Kettlewell deals in fine arts and antiques; and Art Maier is an appraiser with William Doyle Galleries. These specialists ensure that you are armed with the most up-to-date insider information on the subject of antique collecting and are told exactly what "the Official establishment" doesn't want you to know. Vital Information on tapping into the vast array of collecting outlets available today—from classic venues to the Internet Insider Secrets on identifying antique periods and styles Money-Saving Techniques on how to find hidden treasures amidst flea markets and second-hand stores Time-Saving Tips on mastering the world of online antiques collecting The Latest Trends in smart selling of your own antiques—from wise timing to the pros and cons of trading over selling Handy Checklists and Charts for tracking your growing collection… and finding the country's best auctions and shows visit us on-line at www.idgbooks.com
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Antique Trader Book Collector's Price Guide
Author: Richard Russell
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2006-07-05
Total Pages: 928
ISBN-13: 1440225060
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This new edition of Antique Trader Book Collector's Price Guide provides readers with the information and values to carve a niche for themselves in a market where rare first editions of Jane Austen's Emma and J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone recently sold at auction for 254,610 dollars and 40,355 dollars respectively. Organized in 13 categories, including Americana, banned, paranormal and mystery, this guide discusses identifying and grading books, and provides collectors with details for identifying and assessing books in 8,000 listings.
A Beginner's Guide to Becoming an Antiques Dealer
Author: C. A. Pym
Publisher: CreateSpace
Published: 2013-04-16
Total Pages: 84
ISBN-13: 9781492259459
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The book is unique in its genre and reviews record: 'Great Book', 'Concise, Comprehensive, Easy to Read, Interesting and Informative', 'good pictures'. It is a MUST for anyone interested in the World of Antiques or indeed, other associated Arts and Crafts Industries and has been designed as a Beginner's Overview or General Introduction. There are 149 separate quality colour illustrations, many of fine and rare antiques (some of which may be available to purchase). It describes historical periods associated with general antique descriptions, together with features on some famous fine antique manufacturers such as Rene Lalique, William Moorcroft, WMF Stylised Art Nouveau, Militaria, Fine Jewellery and Vintage and Rare Guitars. It also gives tips, pointers and suggestions to help anyone wishing to start a collection, hobby or enter the trade as a Dealer, full or part time to earn income The Guide is also an excellent Trades Promotional Aid.
Antiques Roadshow Primer
Author: Carol Prisant
Publisher: Workman Publishing
Published: 1999-01-01
Total Pages: 420
ISBN-13: 9780761116240
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Tells how to investigate the history of furniture, silver, jewelry, clocks, toys, and books, and how to select an appraiser
The Antique Dealer and Collectors' Guide
A Business & Tax Guide for Antiques & Collectibles
Author: John P. Kelly
Publisher:
Published: 2003
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781574323719
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Collecting and owning antiques and collectibles can be pleasurable, but can also create business and tax issues which require an understanding of the possible choices available and the making of well informed decisions. This book addresses these issues, and outlines the choices and responses. Written for both the expert and non-expert, this book, which answers questions you may not even have thought of, is an important addition to any collectibles library and is a must for anyone associated with antiques and collectibles. There are sections included on keeping records, acquiring antiques and collectibles, antiques and your estate, ownership issues, trading collectibles, private annuities, establishing values and disposing of your collection, appraising and grading, insurance protection, and liquidating antiques and collectibles. If you are an antiques dealer, a collector, or an investor, and if antiques and collectibles are your day-to-day business, this book will be invaluable.
