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Adeco Antique Retro Vintage Round Decorative Ir...

Trust your gut. If it looks new, it most likely is. Pay close attention to the nails: Newer, shin...

Trust your gut. If it looks new, it most likely is. Pay close attention to the nails: Newer, shinier nails indicate newer construction. Look for dovetails. The presence of dovetail joints, which hold wood furnishings together without the use of nails or other hardware, is a sign that a piece was made by a cabinetmaker as opposed to being mass-produced or factory-made. Generally, the thinner the dovetail, the more skilled the cabinetmaker (and the higher the quality of the piece). Inspect the ...

Crosley Cr55 Re Wall Phone With Push Button Tec...

Vintage Sterling Silver Silver Know the difference between silver plate and sterling silver. Th...

Vintage Sterling Silver Silver Know the difference between silver plate and sterling silver. There’s nothing wrong with silver plate—it’s a wonderful way to bring home the elegant look of silver without the high price tag. But what exactly makes sterling more superior? For one, it holds its value, retaining a high resale price no matter its age, whereas silver plate does not. It also really stands up to the test of time: Sterling can last hundreds of years if properly taken care of. Bring a...

Oval French Gold Gesso Center Table

Wood Furniture https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UIX9kOGZVk Trust your gut. If it looks new, it ...

Wood Furniture https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UIX9kOGZVk Trust your gut. If it looks new, it most likely is. Pay close attention to the nails: Newer, shinier nails indicate newer construction. Look for dovetails. The presence of dovetail joints, which hold wood furnishings together without the use of nails or other hardware, is a sign that a piece was made by a cabinetmaker as opposed to being mass-produced or factory-made. Generally, the thinner the dovetail, the more skilled the cabinet...