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Is there such a thing as a dumlet porcelain doll?
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the age of porcelain dolls are more than 2000 years and it is not so much worth Sources: it is my opinion
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What's Hot In The Antiques And Collectibles Market?
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Feature Article: Why You Might Want To Consider Multiple eBay IDs You know how sometimes you can look back in your life at a particular event and say, Now THAT was a turning point in my life! I had such a moment two-three years ago when I had an auct
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What to do with them to make my pu-erh tea?
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There are two ways to loosen a compressed Pu-erh (cake, brick, mushroom, or toucha): 1. Brutal-force way! Use hammer, knife, chisel or whatever your landscaping tools (kidding, of coz) to chip or knock down enough amount for brewing. 2. Steaming meth
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Is central heating bad for antiques?
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Central heating can frequently cause the atmosphere to 'dry out'. Whilst in a damp building this may not be such a bad thing, in a normal building when heat 'dries out' the atmosphere it can cause the relative humidity to drop, sometimes as low as 20
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What are Art and Antique Movers?
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Moving companies are a great resource for getting your furniture and belongings out as safely as possible, because the workers are paid to be as careful as possible. But some of these companies are no more well-versed in moving valuables than your bu
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Why are Tangible Investments considered safe ?
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The reasons are numerous, but Tangible Investments possess stability second to none. They are never the object of governmental or administrative measures which tend to alter price values, of yardsticks out of general or financial considerations. No r
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Who Was the Man Behind the Satyr's Mask?
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Netherlandish in origin and probably made in the late 16th or early 17th century, at a time when Northern Mannerist bronze casting was at its height, this 36" high figure of a man wearing a satyr's mask has been the object of considerable scholarly a
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Is this the line for Monkey Antiques Roadshow?
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Once exposed to the new status quo, Caesar finds he cannot contain himself when he sees an ape being mistreated. His shout of "human bastards!" draws much unwanted attention -- an ape with the power of speech? It is humanity's worst fear! (Take the u
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Does anyone else watch Antiques Roadshow?
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I love it. I used to watch it with my Grandmother whenever I went to her place. I only like the British one though.
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How do I know what finish to use on a good piece of furniture or valuable antiques?
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A Appearance, Protection, Durability, and Reversibility are the most important aspects. The number one cause of antique value degradation is incorrect restoration. Experience being the best teacher, it's recommended that you proceed with caution and
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