So no easy answer. Go with the subject matter. Got it. Thank you.
Good point. I didn't think of that. Thank you.
I found a simple, unremarkable charm bracelet with a Coro mark. Unfortunately, The History and Marks of Coro Jewelry -...
Excellent comments. I think this is how this stuff evolves. People donate or sell and the source is lost. Tourist trinkets become Vintage or...
I knew you were speaking generally. That's what I wanted. A conversation that will help all who read it, especially me, figure out what to do...
I'm from Southern California, so a lot of Mexican and Native American pieces are in the thrift stores. I don't even try when it comes from India...
KSW. Thanks for weighing in. In this case, I didn't see the silver mark before I bought it, but I will look closer next time. 70% fakes! Now...
She will use it to showcase other items until she gets a new big piece. That's when she might start dropping the price.
She priced it at $395. Thanks for all your comments. It won't be coming home with me at that price.
Perfect. That's what I wanted to know. Thanks so much for weighing in.
Completely a shame, I agree. I have to keep in mind, there are actual things that I need to replace with real antiques and not spend my money on...
Wow. To think something that gorgeous and period could be had under 5 figures is astonishing to me. Okay. No paperweight for me.
Thank you. Since there were others who were interested in it and it might be sold quickly, I'll ask them directly. @verybrad and @Ghopper1924 -...
I was thinking the same thing. I would have to strip off that hard outer layer to see the mahogany underneath. I need a new project like I need...
James. Thanks so much for this. I get taken up when I see any furniture that evokes a time in the past. I was attracted by the curved bits, but...
This hasn't been priced yet, but will probably go out on the floor today. It is a secretary in the style of a Governor Winthrop. The shop...
Thank you. This was a small thing, but if something bigger comes along I wanted to be armed with more knowledge. I have one thing stamped with...
I’m starting to see. If I look at something with linear cuts and it is unpolished I should think cut versus etch.
Thanks. Can I get a brain transplant :D:D:D
Greats minds and all that. I too eagerly await Marie’s reply
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