I know for a fact from personal experience that items advertised as "antique" "vintage" or "imported from European antique dealers" etc can be modern reproductions. I know that from fact since I have seen a...
Prospective buyers of old "tin" ceiling tiles usually sold by square sections, should be aware of two things;1) These old ceilings are CAKED with toxic lead based paint!2) These identical and authentic ceiling...
Don't be fooled by modern fakes sold as antiques, 'vintage' or 'salvaged'A few rules of the road;1) Antiques do not come by the dozen, if you see an item offered as 'vintage' or 'antique' etc check the...
Most sellers of antiques on Ebay are ethical and honest, and most people genuinely sell the real deal, but a few may require more looking into and research before buying. THE ITEM or SCENARIO; I noted...
WHAT: Brownstone, being a misleading auction title, implying CARVED natural stone which is what genuine brownstone would be, and what most people would be familiar with.THE PROBLEM: Message exchanges with...