As a collector and dealer of scarce and antiquarian books, I am often put off by what I consider deceptive displays for books being offered. Very often "What You See Is What You Get" could not be further from...
Where else on earth can you see thousands of individual pieces of sterling silver, with photos and detailed descriptions than right here on eBay? You can find an item by silversmith, pattern name, kind of item...
More than 31,000 views! - Everything you need to know to buy and sell sterling silver flatware successfully on eBay. If you are starting a collection, or adding to an existing collection, or selling Grandma's...
This Guide will help you buy ORIGINAL Cast Iron Doorstops and Avoid Modern Reproductions! Purchasing a Genuine Antique Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop has become more challenging in the past 30 years. ...
Collecting Cast Iron Banks is Rewarding and Profitable, especially if you know how to spot OLD ORIGINALS and avoid Modern Reproductions coming out of China. The OLDEST Cast Iron Banks were miniature versions...
"Sterling silver" is a frequently misused term, especially on eBay. Some have the impression that any silver may be termed "sterling" however the word sterling applies only to an item which has a guranteed...
Oriental Cloisonne is such a fascinating topic.There are many out-of-print books on this subject, most valued at several times their original price; due to the prized information they contain. I am a humble...
This guide will define, in general terms,what Is, and what Is Not, Satsuma. We have been collecting, researching, studying, buying and selling fine Satsuma since 1971. Our guides will assist you in...
I am a trans-Pacific 'transplant' Japanese American. As such, I depend on eBay as a source of all things Japanese. Last spring, I developed a fondness for authentic Japanese kimono. (No doubt watching 'Last...
As an eBay Seller and Purchaser, I am so often frustrated by those other sellers and/or buyers who DO NOT know the difference between mustache cups and shaving mugs. I'm sure my frustration is shared by the...