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Page 14 The Antique Shoppe March, 2017
Should a Collector Buy Damaged Antiques?
Dade City & San Antonio Kovels.com frequently receives questions asking, "It was damaged, should I have
Kovels.com recently published a informative article on purchasing damaged antiques.
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bought it anyway?" Appraisers and expers always warn to look for pieces without
damage, preferably in mint condition. But is there any value in pieces with nicks,
Meridian Ave chips, cracks, stains, wear marks, or missing parts?
The answer is, of course, YES... in some cases. But the decision is up to the buyer.
DADE CITY A piece could be restored so the damage doesn’t show, or the damage could be left
alone. A few things should be considered first. How rare is the piece? Does it have
a famous designer or maker that gives it extra value? Does it finish or fill in a set of
52 Clinton Ave something you already collect? Does it have sentimental value? Would you like it
5 just for display, regardless of it's value? Buying an antique that is less than perfect
577 579 is a way to afford something that is too expensive if perfect.
Here are 4 things the Kovels think are good bets:
579A Ft. King Hwy. 301 98 1. Art pottery. While minor damage can reduce a piece’s value, not all signs of
75 aging are bad. A piece of Rookwood with a hole drilled for a lighting cord sells for
39 half the price of the original. And any large Newcomb pottery piece with a chip
can still have value. Look for pieces with minimal damages that don't impact their
beauty.
2. Toys. Few vintage toys are in mint condition. One that has been repainted
Celebrating Antiques or improperly restored is worth less than half of a mint toy. Some wear on toys
Park your car in the 20 is normal and “good” condition is acceptable. Old toys can be sold to dealers or
YEARS! on the restorers who want the parts. Replacement parts and decals for almost any toy can
treeshaded city lots and MAin street be found, but keep in mind that a toy with even some of the original paint is worth
stroll among our antique ZEPHYRHILLS more than one that has been repainted. A few exceptions are carousel horses.
3. Furniture. Antique furniture has use and value. Finish is important; destroying
Specializing
To Tampa and collectible shops. 54 5th Ave. in it reduces worth. Proper high quality restoration can retain or add value. Broken
drawers can be fixed and hardware can be replaced. Care should be taken with
Primitives
Gall Blvd.
upholstered pieces – fabric with big red flowers on a Sheraton sofa will surely
Enjoy our
4. Jewelry. Old damaged jewelry can be repaired, restored or repurposed.
small town charms. 41 39 lower its value. Period-like fabrics should be chosen.
Peggy Capps, Proprietor Hinges, clasps and pin catches can be repaired or replaced. Repurposing implies
We’d love to have you! (352) 523-0999 renovating, a piece to possibly look more modern and fashionable or turning a
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hatpin into a pin, hair ornament.
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14122 7th STREET To Plant City For the full article visit kovels.com
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ANTIQUES
14232 7th Street 1
Dade City, FL 33523
352-521-3361
OpEN 7 DAyS 11-5:30
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14119 7th Street
Dade City, FL 33523
352-521-0390 DADE CITY
OpEN 10-5 MON-SAT
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Clocks,
Furniture,
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For the RARE, the UNUSUAL, the UNEXPECTED
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11853 Curley St, San Antonio OPEN: Mon-Sat 10-5 & for Special Events
6 mi. from Dade City / 11 mi. from Zephyrhills 352-437-4838
www.topdrawerantiquesfl.com
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