How do I sell my antique at auction?
Selling Process Selling at auction is very simple. If you are a prospective seller all you need to do is bring the item(s) you wish to sell into the Auction Galleries. We will then give you a valuation of your items free of charge, with no obligation to sell. This is a question we get asked a lot and it is actually pretty easy to answer: It depends on what you are trying to sell. As a rough guide; selling through an auction is ideal if you want to market your items to a wide audience. Auctions are suited to items that have a subjective value or are of low commercial value.
How do you sell antiques and not get ripped off?
Look for dealers who are members of recognized antique associations, have a physical store, and are willing to provide detailed information about the item and its provenance. A scam artist will pretend to be insulted when you ask for proof that they are a reputable antique dealer. ANTIQUE & COLLECTABLES AUCTIONS WITH JOHN TAYLORS It is now possible to get a free auction valuation by either submitting photos of your items for valuation via our Online Valuation Form below or by booking a video call on the same form. This service is efficient, quick and safe.Pick the Right Selling Platform Sites like Sotheby’s, Heritage Auctions and Bonhams all allow people to upload images of rare pieces and get estimates in return. If you have an antique that is sought-after, but isn’t necessarily a once-in-a-lifetime rarity, then try Chairish or even Facebook Marketplace.
What is the most profitable way to sell antiques?
For just plain regular antiques, a garage or tag sale is a super money making enterprise. If parking or space is a problem, consider renting a booth out at one of the well know flea markets in your area. The secret to be successful here is get some professional help with pricing so you don’t give things away. Both vintage and antique items can be valuable and collectable; however, there is a certain allure to antique items with over a century of history, which adds further to their value.Antiques, fine artwork, and classic jewelry see the best returns at an auction most of the time. If you’re managing the estate for a deceased loved one and wondering which items of theirs would be worth auctioning, we can assist with hosting an estate sale.
Are antiques losing value?
Some antiques and collectibles that were once hot are now not, but that doesn’t mean they won’t be in the future. Many antiques have lost value in recent years for a few reasons. There’s a declining interest in history, making people less connected to the past. One blogger, a former antiques dealer, seems to have summed it up very well: “There’s a whole new mindset taking over. The up-and-coming generations are embracing things such as minimalism and living off the grid. Many of the younger generation are devoted to economies, going green and living simply.
What is the 100 year rule for antiques?
The customary definition of antique requires that an item should be at least 100 years old and in original condition. Typically, items marketed as “vintage” date to the 1930s, ’40s, ’50s, ’60s and ’70s. Although most vintage items can be easier to find than antiques, their value is often most associated with their historical significance, provenance or niche collectability.While there’s no official expert consensus for an item to be considered vintage, many agree an item should be between twenty to ninety-nine years old. An item regarded as retro is made recently but designed or in the style of items from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, and very early 2000s.