Thursday, August 17, 2017

On The Hunt For Vintage Glassware Collectibles

By Michael Fisher


One hobby that many people enjoy is collecting items that are beautiful and unique. Vintage glassware collectibles are popular and there seems to be an endless number of desirable items. There are many places that these items can be found, making it fun to hunt for unique and interesting pieces in a variety of ways.

A good place to begin looking is antique shops. With the myriad items that can be found in these places, there is often something for everyone. Dealers in these shops may have an inside scoop on finding particular items that they do not have in stock, so it is always worth checking with them to see if they are able to locate particular items. Another great thing about shopping in these stores is that often the prices are not firm, and it may be possible to dicker a bit to bring the cost down a little bit.

Check the local newspaper for garage sales, map them out, and go on a scavenger hunt! While it could be a bit of a hit and miss, this can be a great way to find awesome deals and hidden treasures. Try to go early if possible, as generally the best stuff gets scooped up first! Watch for ones advertised as estate sales as these often have the entire contents of a house for sale.

These seem to be new online buy and sell sites every day. Some of the bigger and better known players, such as Amazon and eBay, have thousands of items and the ability to span the globe. For rare, one of a kind items, this route offers the best possibility of finding them. One drawback of shopping this way is that buyers cannot see the pieces first hand and must rely on evaluating them through pictures. It may also be prudent to note that when purchasing goods this way, shipping charges are often applicable and can increase the cost substantially.

In most areas, there are options for buying and selling locally online. There are many community sites that allow sellers to connect with people interested in what they have for sale close by. Because it is a more local sale, it is possible to see the product in person before making the decision to buy.

Look in second hand and thrift stores and check back often for items, as they are often put out as they arrive. These unique shops could be a low cost way to obtain collectibles. It can also prove valuable to speak with the staff or owners to let them know what exactly is sought so that they can let a buyer know when new items arrive.

Another idea for finding old and interesting items is at church sales, or, rummage sales. These are a lot like garage sales and offer a diverse variety of items for sale. The items are usually donated and can generally be obtained at a very low cost.

There are a lot of options when searching for items. Many of these ideas can also be used when collectors find that they have duplicates of a piece or items that they no longer want to keep as a part of their collection, and they can offer them for sale to other potential buyers.




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