Antiquing For Dummies

by Ron Zoglin, Ron Zoglin

“This is a fun and painless way to give yourself a firm grounding in the wide wonderful world of antiques and collectibles.” Kyle Husfloen, Managing Editor, Antique Trader Weekly and Antique Trader’s Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide Do you love to poke around estate sales and antique shops, but can’t tell the difference between Queen Anne and Queen Victoria furniture? Do you dream of owning that old Oriental rug or Meissen figurine — but worry that the dealer might gouge you on the price? Do you own pieces you think might be valuable — but don’t know where to go for a reliable appraisal? Relax. Antiquing For Dummies answers all your antiquing questions—and more.

Whether you’re a beginner or you’ve already gotten your feet wet, this fun, friendly guide will give you the savvy you need to cruise, schmooze, bargain for, and care for antiques with confidence. In no time you’ll be able

Tell the difference between real antiques and stuff that’s just old Develop an antique hunt plan of attack Select antiques based on the 5 key points of the “RADAR Test” Discover hidden treasures at garages, estate sales, auctions, and shops Get the best deals when buying and selling antiques Decorate with antique glass and porcelain from around the world Clean and care for your precious finds Work an auction—real-time and online Writing with humor and common sense, Ron Zoglin and Deborah Shouse demystify the highfaluting terminology of the antique world. And step-by-step they walk you through all the antiquing essential,

Different furniture styles and periods of furniture and how to distinguish them Dovetails, nails, and other construction elements that offer clues to a piece’s age Where to go for the best antique bargains — includes tips on how to bid at auctions in person or online All about antique glass, ceramics and silver Integrating antiques into your life at home and at the office Antiquing For Dummies gets you up and running with what you need to know to find, research, and negotiate prices like a pro.

Genres: Reference

386 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 27, 1999

Reviews

[Jeannie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am a BIG fan of the Dummies series.I own 10 of them and have probably read twice that, but this one was definitely for beginners and not for me this far into my journey. Great reference and helpful links to more reference resources.

[Calvin Charge · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very informative. Great starter book on antiquing. Mentions lots of other books and periodicals for more detail on specific subjects within the antiquing world.

[Thomas · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a good general information book on antiques. It covers identification, price, where to find, and how to care for a wide variety of antiques. I read this not out of an interest in antiques, but because I do professional repair and refinishing of things that may be close to antique age, if not actual antiques. I recommend the book to anyone who likes antiques, or who just likes to go to yard sales, thrift stores, or "junk" places. You might come upon a really good piece that you would have previously passed up.

[Carey Henderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great, simple tips on what to look for when your out shopping at antique stores & flea markets. Very easy to follow. Great reference source.

[Nancy Hunter-braunston · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very informative. Great for antiquing hobbyists.

[Renee Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

What was in this book was totally unexpected! :) Pleasant surprise!