You see these words used all over eBay, but do you know if you are looking at something that is an antique, or if it is vintage? When you sell an item, you need to know this so you do not mis-represent an...
Unusual Pink Ivory color change examined Updated 8/10/2007 Pink Ivory (Berchemia zeyheri ) comes from a relatively small South-East African tree. This heavy and beautiful wood was considered extremely rare at...
[Before I begin, a bit about the United States Post Office and their rates. USPS Postage Rates increased again in spring 2009, and will continue to climb. One of the reasons is the Post Office made a switch to...
A fast primer about authentic Bossons®. Do your research.Always be sure to check these common markings to verify Authentic Bossons®.LOOK FOR THE COPYRIGHT STAMP ®. Should you find this guide useful, tag the...
COLLECTING RED WING POTTERY If you are new to collecting Red Wing Pottery take the time to familiarize yourself with the history of the Red Wing Potteries and Stoneware Companies. Essentially, the Red Wing...
The first pieces of porcelain I started collecting over 20 years ago were those with the Blue Willow pattern. From there I discovered the Blue Phoenix or "Flying Turkey" pattern. This guide is a summary of...
The Imagical World of Bossons® The Detail. Hours of Labor. Each a unique individual work of Art. Who'da ever thought...... I'll do my best to give you an education, please keep in mind my learning never...
There are a few different ways to clean your pewter. First we will start with Antique Pewter which usually contains lead may develop a dark patina. This is a result of the lead. This patina creates an antique...
Hi Everyone and welcome to my guide, This guide is about "IT", the ugliest dish on eBay. This is the low down on "IT" is well traveled on "IT'S" latest trip from Colo. Springs from a generous eBayer who...
O EG Royal Austria hallmark on porcelain; made by Oscar and Edgar Gutherz of Alt-Kohlaw, Austria between 1889-1918. hallmarked in green with wreath; word Royal in wreath, O EG above and Austria below. Hand...